Awaken Pittsburgh

Awaken Pittsburgh Awaken Pittsburgh promotes personal and community well-being through mindfulness programs and compassionate actions.

Why ? It help us recognize our emotions, thoughts, and feelings in the now. It grounds us in our lives and allows us ...
07/22/2026

Why ? It help us recognize our emotions, thoughts, and feelings in the now. It grounds us in our lives and allows us to explore. Ready to take your personal mindfulness journey to the next level? Check out the link in bio!

"Relationships rarely flourish through efficiency. They grow through presence. Through shared experiences. Through makin...
06/23/2026

"Relationships rarely flourish through efficiency. They grow through presence. Through shared experiences. Through making time for one another."

In our fast-paced world, it is easy to view our days—and even our relationships—through the lens of productivity and efficiency. But as author, clinical social worker, and certified yoga therapist Joanne Spence reminds us, true connection requires us to slow down and simply be present.

At Awaken Pittsburgh, we know that mindfulness isn't just an individual practice; it is a foundational tool for building authentic, resilient, and trauma-informed connections with the people around us. When we practice slowing down and anchoring ourselves in the current moment, we open up the space needed to truly see and hear one another.

Joanne Spence has spent over two decades pioneering trauma-informed and trauma-responsive practices, showing us how gentle mindfulness and movement can soothe the nervous system and help us heal. If you are looking to bring more intentional presence into your life and work, her incredible books, "Trauma-Informed Yoga: A Toolbox for Therapists" and "Trauma-Informed and Trauma-Responsive Yoga Teaching," are beautiful places to start.

Let’s take a cue from Joanne today: step away from the rush of efficiency, choose presence, and make intentional time for someone in your community.

Learn more about Joanne’s transformative work and bio at https://www.joannespence.com/about

There’s still time to make a difference! ⏳Today is , and your support can directly impact lives across our community. T...
06/23/2026

There’s still time to make a difference! ⏳

Today is , and your support can directly impact lives across our community. Through mindfulness-based programs, Awaken Pittsburgh empowers individuals, educators, and organizations to cultivate resilience, compassion, and well-being.

Every donation helps us bring these life-changing tools to those who need them most. Let’s show what we can accomplish when we come together!

👉 Give now at awakenpittsburgh.org/support

What an incredible experience at this year’s SW/PA Workplace Mental Health Summit.I had a fantastic time engaging in the...
06/19/2026

What an incredible experience at this year’s SW/PA Workplace Mental Health Summit.

I had a fantastic time engaging in the panel discussions and connecting with so many passionate leaders. A huge thank you to everyone who joined my segment, "Fireside Chat: Working Towards Mental Health in SWPA."

It is so inspiring to see our community come together to prioritize well-being, break stigmas, and build healthier, more supportive workplaces across Southwestern Pennsylvania. Let’s keep this momentum going.

We are deeply honored and incredibly grateful to announce that the Eckhart Tolle Foundation has once again selected Awak...
06/10/2026

We are deeply honored and incredibly grateful to announce that the Eckhart Tolle Foundation has once again selected Awaken Pittsburgh as a grant recipient!

This continued support is a powerful validation of our mission to bring mindfulness, meditation, and emotional resilience training to the communities that need it most. With this generous reward, we will expand our evidence-based programs, supporting educators, public safety professionals, youth, and underserved populations across our region.

Thank you to Eckhart Tolle and the entire Foundation team for believing in our vision of a more conscious, compassionate, and connected world. Together, we are creating lasting ripples of peace and awakening.

05/21/2026

Sometimes the most compassionate thing you can do for yourself is pause.

Today, we invite you to take 15 minutes to step away from the noise, reconnect with your breath, and remember that you are part of something larger than the stress and urgency of the day. In this beautiful guided meditation, Dawn Lehman gently leads listeners through a practice centered on connection — to self, to others, and to the living world around us.

You deserve rest. You deserve stillness. You deserve moments that nourish your nervous system and spirit.

Take a break today and listen on Spotify. 💙

Healing does not always begin with words. Sometimes it begins with a breath, a pause, a posture, or the gentle practice ...
05/05/2026

Healing does not always begin with words. Sometimes it begins with a breath, a pause, a posture, or the gentle practice of returning to the body.

In this episode of The Ripple Effect of Wellbeing in Work and Life podcast, Dr. Stephanie Romero speaks with Allie Greene about mindfulness, somatic therapy, trauma, and the wisdom of the nervous system. Allie shares how her journey as a professional dancer and therapist shaped her understanding of embodiment, anxiety, self-connection, and the healing power of movement.

Their conversation beautifully reminds us that mindfulness is not one-size-fits-all. For some, the path inward begins with stillness. For others, it begins with movement, sensation, safety, and learning how to feel at home within themselves.

Listen to the full conversation and discover how body-based practices can support healing, resilience, and deeper connection.

For those who already have a mindfulness practice, this is an opportunity to go deeper.Mindful Connections™ for Trauma S...
04/03/2026

For those who already have a mindfulness practice, this is an opportunity to go deeper.

Mindful Connections™ for Trauma Sensitive Practices is designed for individuals who want to better understand how mindfulness intersects with trauma and how to hold space in ways that support healing.

This program explores how to create safety, understand emotional regulation, and approach mindfulness with greater awareness and care, especially when working with others.

Whether you guide others or simply want to deepen your own understanding, this experience offers a thoughtful and responsible next step.

Program begins May 2. Registration closes May 1.

awakenpittsburgh.org/events

If life has felt fast, overwhelming, or just a little disconnected lately, this is your invitation to pause.Mindful Conn...
04/02/2026

If life has felt fast, overwhelming, or just a little disconnected lately, this is your invitation to pause.

Mindful Connections™ for Wellness is a 9-week guided experience designed to help you bring mindfulness into your everyday life. Not just during practice, but in your relationships, your work, and the moments that matter most.

You will learn how to manage stress, stay grounded, and build a more consistent sense of wellbeing through simple, practical tools you can use right away.

This is not about doing more. It is about learning how to be more present with what already is.

Join us beginning April 20.

awakenpittsburgh.org/events

Today, we celebrate the graduates of Trauma Resiliency Protocol (TRP) Cohort 2.Trauma does not just live in the past. It...
02/26/2026

Today, we celebrate the graduates of Trauma Resiliency Protocol (TRP) Cohort 2.

Trauma does not just live in the past. It lives in our bodies and in our neighborhoods. And healing does not have to mean reliving painful experiences.

Through a powerful partnership between Awaken, Tactical Resiliency USA, and the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, this cohort engaged a gentle, fast-acting protocol designed to help the nervous system recognize safety again

TRP offers:
• No re-traumatization
• Rapid relief, often within 1–3 sessions
• A pathway to breaking cycles that impact families and communities
• Flexible in-person or virtual access

Cohort 2, your courage matters. Your healing matters. When individuals reclaim their peace, entire communities grow stronger.

If this resonates with you or someone you serve, visit awakenpittsburgh.org to explore next steps in trauma healing.

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