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The Observer Mind
Price
$49
Duration
2 Hours
About the Course
The Observer Mind – Transforming Emotional Reactions into Inner Freedom
Unlocking the Pause: A Course in Awareness & Intentional Living
Workshop 4 of 4
(2 Hours)
What if you didn’t have to react to everything?
Overview
Many of our biggest stressors come from emotional reactivity—taking things personally, feeling triggered, or getting caught up in situations beyond our control. This workshop introduces the Observer Mind, a mindfulness approach that helps you step back from emotional storms, see situations clearly, and respond with wisdom instead of impulse.
Through guided meditation, breathwork, and self-reflection exercises, you’ll develop the ability to observe without judgment, reducing stress and creating more inner freedom in daily life.
What You’ll Learn
✔ How Emotional Reactions Are Formed – Understand how the mind automatically responds to stress and how to shift that response.
✔ Practicing the Observer Mind – Learn how to step back from emotional triggers and see situations with clarity instead of attachment.
✔ Using Meditation to Create Emotional Space – Develop techniques for staying grounded even in challenging moments.
✔ Responding Instead of Reacting – Learn how to replace impulsive reactions with intentional, balanced responses.
What to Expect in This Workshop
Part 1: Understanding Emotional Reactivity (30 minutes)
Group discussion on how emotional triggers develop and why we get stuck in reactive cycles.
Interactive journaling exercise: Mapping Your Emotional Triggers.
Part 2: Guided Meditation to Strengthen the Observer Mind (30 minutes)
Instructor-led meditation designed to help you step into the role of the neutral observer.
Reflection: What changes when I witness my emotions instead of becoming them?
Part 3: Practicing Non-Attachment & Mindful Response (30 minutes)
Hands-on exercise: Recognizing the difference between reacting and responding.
Techniques for staying centered in high-stress moments.
Part 4: Integration & Open Discussion (30 minutes)
Real-life applications of the Observer Mind in relationships, work, and personal challenges.
Q&A and group reflection on how to integrate this practice into daily life.
Takeaways & Resources
✔ Guided Meditation Recording – A take-home audio for continued practice.
✔ Self-Inquiry Journal Prompts – A structured guide for recognizing emotional triggers.
✔ Mindful Response Worksheet – A tool for shifting from reaction to response.
✔ Quick "Observer Mind" Reminder Card – A printable PDF with grounding techniques
.✔ Access to Community Support (If Applicable) – A private online space for continued discussion and support.
How This Workshop Will Benefit You
✔ You’ll gain the ability to pause before reacting, reducing stress and conflict
.✔ You’ll learn to detach from emotional overwhelm and regain clarity.
✔ You’ll leave with tools to stay calm and intentional in challenging situations.
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Your Instructor
Lisa Zalovick, LMT, BCTMB

Lisa Zalovick, LMT, BCTMB is a board-certified massage therapist and mindfulness educator with decades of experience in therapeutic bodywork, guided meditation, and stress management. She specializes in helping individuals recognize and break unconscious patterns, using a blend of mind-body techniques to create lasting transformation.
With a passion for teaching and mentorship, Lisa integrates evidence-based mindfulness practices with real-world applications, empowering participants to develop self-awareness, resilience, and a deeper sense of balance in their daily lives.