The next one-day intensive Skillfully Aware course will be held on Sunday, January 24, 2010. This 8-hour class is held at the Zendo Oasis in central Tucson and runs from 9:00 am to 6:00pm with an hour break for lunch. The cost is $140.

Click here for more information or call 520-981-9911 to register.

Space is limited to 10 participants.

The next 6-Weeks to Overcoming Stress, Pain and Strong Emotions or Urges clases being January 11, 2010. The 6-Week Skillfully Aware Classes meets once per week, from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm and you may choose the day that works best for you, Monday - Thursday. The cost is $300.

Space is limited to 10 participants. Click here for more information or call 520-981-9911 to register.

The prognosis for healing chronic pain is poor. Even worse, many pain patients present with concurrent chemical dependency and mood issues. Yet, these difficult patients can and do heal. On October 15, 2009, Dr. Pirtle will give a presentation explaining the interdependent and cyclical nature of pain, emotions and addiction, their affects on the mind-body, and, introduces a mindfulness-based method for healing.

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On October 2nd, Mark started his weekly Friday night Skillfully Aware: At Home, at Work and in Life lectures at Miraval, the award-winning destination resort and spa located in Tucson, Arizona. In addition to this weekly presentation, Mark provides one-on-one consultations for guests wanting to work though and heal all manner of stress-related health problems. Skillfully Aware is a new and welcome addition to the more than 150 innovative programs and activities Miraval offers in areas such as fitness, meditation, nutrition and relationships, all with the purpose of helping people live a Life in Balance. For more information, or to make a reservation today, visit miravalresort.com or call 800.232.3969.