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About UsPauline McKinnon Pauline McKinnon is the Founder and Principal Director of the Stillness Meditation Therapy Centre. She is a psychotherapist, author of “In Stillness Conquer Fear” (link to shopping page), the well loved book for children Quiet Magic (link to shopping page) and soon to be released “Living Calm in a Busy World” (link to shopping page) Pauline’s recovery from acute anxiety is a testament to the effectiveness of Stillness Meditation Therapy. For eight years, while experiencing panic attacks and the severe symptoms of agoraphobia (the pathological fear of leaving home), she sought relief from many sources, including doctors, psychologists and alternative practitioners. Results, if any, were temporary and made no lasting difference to her condition. Almost by chance, she discovered the pioneering work of Dr Ainslie Meares. This therapeutic model, brought Pauline full recovery. Click here for more information (link to sub navigation page: About us – Pauline McKinnon) In the eight years she was battling the crippling symptoms of anxiety, Pauline searched endlessly for answers and information to no avail, leaving her feeling more alone and helpless. As a result, following her recovery, in 1983 she wrote her own story “In Stillness Conquer Fear” aiming to help and…
About SMTWhat is Stillness Meditation Therapy (sub heading 1) Stillness Meditation Therapy (SMT) is the authentic meditation originated by Dr Ainslie Meares to enable his patients to relieve anxiety and pain. Ultimately, Dr Meares initiated the use of meditation for wider health benefits. SMT is an effortless experience where people return to a natural state of being without any trying; there is no music, or chanting, no visualisation or breath techniques; there is no focussing or observing anything at all. In SMT the mind experiences rest, reaching a point of “atavistic regression”, a more biologically primitive, mental state. This is significant as it leads to an absence of disturbance within the mind, a point where the mind does not register discomfort or emotion of any kind. It was Dr Meares theory that in this state of profound rest, the mind’s own powers of healing can be activated. When SMT is learned correctly and practiced regularly, outcomes include less anxiety, less stress and relief of associated symptoms – including depression – leading to a more fulfilling and rewarding life. Click here for the facts about SMT (link to sub navigation page How is SMT different) What makes Stillness Meditation Therapy different? (sub…
SMT Centre & ServicesSMT for everyone (general heading) The Stillness Meditation Centre offers a range of programs suitable for adults, children, schools, and the workplace. Adults (heading 1) The first step to commencing your therapeutic SMT program is an initial personal consultation at the Centre for an assessment and an introduction to Stillness Meditation. This will be followed by our recommended standard course of 16 therapeutic sessions with personal mentoring available at each visit. Intensive programs are also offered for those living outside Melbourne or for those who wish to hasten the therapeutic results. Click here for more (link to sub navigation page: Stillness Meditation Therapy Centre – SMT for adults) Children & School Programs (heading 2) Our experienced consultants work with young people either individually or within groups to help them cope with the changes, challenges and expectations experienced during the growing years. As with adults, the first step is an initial consultation with one of our specialized consultants and an introduction to Stillness Meditation. Following this assessment, a suitable course of Stillness Meditation sessions will be recommended for either the child alone or with the family. A teaching pack for teachers and specially tailored SMT programs are also available for the…
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Pauline’s blogLiving Calm in a Busy World by Pauline McKinnon Ease is that incredible quality That enables us to deal equally That enables us to deal equally With disaster and success Ainslie Meares, M.D. Let’s Be At Ease, Posth.1987 (Extract from Introduction – Living Calm in a Busy World by Pauline McKinnon, released December 2011) Life is filled with surprises – some beneficent and some less so. Just when all seem to be cruising, challenges of one kind or another may interrupt the flow. By contrast, when life is looking glum a doorway to lightness may serendipitously appear. Many recognize the pace of living and the expectations within it as contributing to their inner discomfort. Relationships decay and families are broken; confusion prevails as compelling life questions remain unanswered; while various forms of addictions and substance abuse are on the increase. Depression is an all too common diagnosis. Chronic or major illness is now frequently attributed to stress. Stress, as these hurts are commonly recognized, is a ‘given’ in today’s world. There is a lack of ease in living and stress is clearly something that many people are unable to manage. Stress contributes to physical, mental and spiritual illness; and stress…
Contact usPlease see: http://www.stillnessmeditation.com.au/CONTACTUS/tabid/554/Default.aspx Stillness Meditation Therapy Centre Contact phone numbers: 03 9817 2933 146 – 148 Harp Road, Kew Victoria 3101 P O Box 151, Kew Victoria 3102 View Larger Map When a form is submitted, you will be emailed the message. To which email address would you like to receive the message? [email protected] There is no charge for our default forms. They contain these fields Name Email Subject Message
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SMT assists the natural regulation of the nervous system through deep mental rest. At our facilitated sessions you will learn this practice correctly and benefit from our extensive experience ... we aim to help you change your life!

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To support the community by helping as many people as possible to enjoy the benefits of living calm

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To educate in the unique, life-giving Stillness Meditation Therapy (SMT) and related skills for life development

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To embrace compassion, integrity and dedication to client care – with a dash of light-heartedness for good rapport!

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146 – 148 Harp Road,
Kew, Victoria 3101

Phone: 03 9817 2933

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Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm

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