Positive Neuroplasticity Training: Take in the Good
A six-week program to change your brain for the better
Hardwire peace of mind, contentment and self-compassion into your brain.
“The positive neuroplasticity training is so empowering — it’s amazing to be able to gradually change the way I move through the world by choosing to focus on what is beneficial.”
What is Positive Neuroplasticity Training?
Positive Neuroplasticity Training (PNT) is a six-week evidence-based program developed by Dr Rick Hanson.
The program teaches you how to turn fleeting everyday experiences into lasting inner strengths. Through simple practices, you'll learn to work with the brain's negativity bias and develop greater capacity for happiness, resilience, peace of mind and connection.
PNT is designed to help you build these qualities through regular practice and apply them in your everyday life.
COST:
$715
DURATION:
6 weeks
CLASS LENGTH:
2 hours 45 minutes
PREREQUISITE:
MBSR or equivalent
NEXT INTAKE:
Who is PNT for?
PNT is for people who have already developed a foundation in mindfulness and would like to deepen their practice by learning how to cultivate positive mental states and inner strengths.
Previous mindfulness training and practice is a prerequisite.
MBSR is the recommended foundation, although other reputable mindfulness programs may also provide sufficient preparation.
The course is suitable for anyone who wants to develop more contentment, resilience, and connection in everyday life.
“I experienced a re-awakening of joy and pleasure in my life.”
“Meditating once or twice a day has been part of my day since I finished the PNT course.”
What to expect from your course
Recognising and working with the brain's negativity bias
Learning how to have, enrich and absorb positive experiences
Developing inner resources to meet your needs
Building greater feelings of safety, satisfaction and connection
Learning through brief lectures, group discussion and experiential activities
“By taking in the good, you become more able to deal with the bad.”
What to expect from yourself
You will need to commit to:
Six 3-hour classes
Home practice of 10-30 minutes per day
Regular home practice is an important part of getting the most from the program.
Recommended reading
We highly recommend you purchase Rick Hanson’s book Hardwiring Happiness to use as a resource throughout the course.
Your course includes
18 hours of face-to-face instruction
A new home practice each week
Training the brain to radically change the way you experience life
Printed and bound handbook
A range of learning approaches
Lifetime access to meditation recordings
Your teacher
Megan Layton is the Director of Simply Mindful, a senior Mindfulness and Yoga teacher and Mental Health Social Worker with more than 25 years experience.
She has been endorsed and trained by Dr Rick Hanson to teach PNT.
Megan has been helping people integrate positive neuroplasticity into their lives and their practice for many years.
“I write to say that it worked! And also to say a proper thank you for your commitment to this stuff and for your determination to share it with the grace, care and love that you do.”
Your six-week journey
Week 1: Overview of Positive Neuroplasticity, including mindfulness and overcoming the brain's negativity bias
Week 2: Having, enriching and absorbing positive experiences, including creating and intensifying positive experiences and being on your own side
Week 3: Linking positive and negative material, recognising your needs and growing the inner resources you need most
Week 4: Growing strengths for feeling safer, including reducing anxiety and managing threats with calm strength
Week 5: Growing strengths for feeling more satisfied, including staying motivated and pursuing big goals without stress
Week 6: Growing strengths for feeling more connected, including increasing a genuine sense of self-worth
Your course fee: $715
Concession: $515
Includes all classes, course handbook, home practices and lifetime access to guided meditations and teachings.
Where we meet
All classes are held at the Gathering Place unless otherwise noted.
How you can enrol
We offer the PNT course 1–2 times a year. See the dates for the next course intake here, or click the button below to go to our bookings page.