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We accomplished overcoming uncomfortable feelings of awkwardness or shyness. For some of us, it was our first time meditating in a group. Some of us brought snacks and even a precious baby present. We figured out the process together. 

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It was important that we were all vulnerable together. This allowed us to let our guard down. We felt that by warding off distractions and allowing ourselves to meditate with intention, we created a space for each of us to do so freely and without fear of judgment. 

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Using Behavioral Skills Training may have helped us complete the retreat correctly the first time. If we could understand the importance of meditation and how to finish one together correctly, we may have gotten even more out of each retreat. 

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We will continue to use what we learned from our mindful meditation retreats and be in the present moment. By being open-minded, we can expose ourselves to feeling the little things that create bigger pictures. It also allows us the opportunity to experience each of our senses as individual components. 

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Feelings of calmness took over our bodies. Most of us reported returning to the meditation by focusing on our breathing. We could feel each breath fill our bellies and relieve stress or tension with each exhale. 

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Initially, it seemed weird to meditate with classmates, however we were able to overcome it together. When our minds would drift off, we would look at one another and see each other with our eyes closed. It was easier to get back to it by seeing our peers. It may not have been a successful meditation if we didn't have each other to rely on. We may have otherwise given up and let the distractions take over. The guided videos were also extremely helpful, we would do it again. 

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The experience started off a little awkward. Initially, there were awkward and bashful giggles. Slowly we found a way to quiet our minds and focus. It helped that others were in the group to keep us grounded and in the zone. By the second meditation, we were able to jump right in. It became comfortable and relaxing. We were able to calm our inner weather and meditate meaningfully. 