Research

The research on mindfulness based interventions is increasing exponentially in the past decade. Studies on mental health, chronic disease, workplace wellness, and education are showing benefits of mindfulness practices in different conditions and in different realms of society.

Evidence for Mindfulness

Evidence for Mindfulness in Education

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Samina Ali Testimonial

Mark's Mindfulness in Medicine workshop in Tofino was literally and figuratively a breath of fresh air. His kind and gentle approach to sharing his knowledge was perfectly balanced with ample time to be in nature and process what we had learned. I attended a Spring workshop with my sister and another dear friend, and the learning and growth we experienced in class was further consolidated and built upon through our long conversations on hikes and in the hot tub, during the afternoons and evenings off in beautiful Tofino. This workshop offered a perfect mix of group sessions, individual reflection, practice, and time away. It was no surprise that a number of attendees were repeat learners, given how important what he shares is. I am so thankful for this opportunity to reflect on my practice, my lens, my gratitude, and to walk away with more compassion for others, and importantly, for myself. This workshop leaves you feeling peaceful and reflective. I cannot recommend it enough.

Dr. Samina Ali, MD, FRCPC

Pediatric Emergency Physician, Stollery Children's Hospital, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta

Jennifer Hankins Testimonial

When I first met Dr. Mark Sherman in the fall of 2015 at a Mindfulness and Medicine retreat for Physicians, I had no idea how this meeting would change my life, and set me on a path with one of the most compassionate and knowledgeable teachers of mindfulness and meditation. Since that time, I have attended similar retreats or workshops with Dr. Sherman, at least once a year -- sometimes twice. I learn something new every time. In every case, the room of health care professionals, tired and facing burnout, has been welcomed to a safe, communal space in which to be quiet, reflect, share, breathe, learn, grow, and heal. I have absolutely no doubt that these practices have been instrumental in my ability to navigate a diagnosis of depression, a divorce, and a return to work as a general surgeon. I can honestly say that it has been my privilege to know Dr. Sherman as my teacher and friend, and I am incredibly grateful for his impact on my life. Back in 2015 things were looking pretty bleak for me. I can now say that the practices of mindfulness and meditation have given my life a richer understanding of joy, love, forgiveness, compassion, gratitude, community, and living fully in the present moment. And I am a better person, mother, and physician for it.

Dr. Jennifer Hankins

General Surgeon, Port Alberni, BC

Maggie Watt Testimonial

Over the past 6 years I have attended a number of Mark's retreats and workshops in Tofino as well as other locations – Hollyhock on Cortes Island, Bethlehem Retreat Centre and also via Zoom during COVID travel bans. Over the time I have gotten to know Mark, my esteem and gratitude for the work he is doing has grown immensely. He has changed my life and, through me, has touched many others – my children, my husband, my med students, my patients, my staff, and my friends. I have been able to take his teachings and propagate them further. With Mark’s gentle guidance, I have come to know myself better and as a result battle burnout, build compassion and become a better doctor, wife, sister, mom, educator, and leader.

Dr. Maggie Watt

Family Physician, Duncan, BC

Tracy Tresoor Testimonial

Sitting and studying with Mark over the past 4 years has opened my heart, quieted my inner critic and allowed me to consider the ‘what if?’ for my life. He is a gifted and compassionate teacher -- a refuge for us wounded healers alike… so much gratitude for Mark.

Dr. Tracy Tresoor

Family Physician, Victoria, BC

Danielle Michaels Testimonial

I was burning out from politics, COVID and underfunded primary care when I unexpectedly got locum coverage and thus a chance to attend one of Mark’s meditation retreats at Hollyhock. Stepping into retreat with colleagues was a profound and transformational process. I wrestled with joy, grief, forgiveness, redemption and by the end of the retreat, I had found a tiny stillness within myself. Mindfulness practice has strengthened my joy in medicine and in life, and empowered me to work for system change.

Dr. Danielle Michaels

Family Physician, Edmonton, Alberta

Jenna Peters Testimonial

I highly recommend Mindfulness for Health Care Providers Foundations of Theory and Practice. This course is a great way for beginners to learn about implementing mindfulness into both your daily work and life. I appreciated the diverse mix of health care providers in attendance and discussing real life applications. The nice mix of guidance, discussion, meditation and free time created a very enjoyable balanced experience. It was very appropriate for beginners to start with to have this excellent guidance for supporting yourself and others.

Jenna Peters

Physiotherapist, Victoria, BC

Olivia Dam Testimonial

Mark Sherman has been instrumental in bringing meditation into main stream medicine. His teachings catalyze the growth of positive life habits that dramatically improve the lives of physicians and the patients they care for. He is extremely patient and kind in his teaching. He creates time and space for all those learning from him. I believe that meditation is essential to a better life and we are so lucky to have Mark Sherman in our midst meeting us wherever we are.

Dr. Olivia Dam

Ophthalmologist, Victoria, BC

Ramesh Karra Testimonial

I took part in the Hollyhock "mindfulness in medicine" in may '22 and it was just what I needed at that time. I think I was in a funk for a while and the retreat helped me to step out of it. I met a lot of wonderful clinicians during the retreat, and was touched by the deep sharing that occurred in that circle at Olatunji hall. The poetry that Mark often read during his guided meditations augmented the experience for me deeply. I have been able to return to writing poetry again after a hiatus for over a decade. Sitting is not necessarily my thing but I wanted to get better at it and it was good practice. I enjoyed the walking meditations in the incredible rainforest. The food, of course, was fantastic. I tented it and it was lovely. I plan to go again in '23.

Dr. Ramesh Karra

Emergency Medicine, Tucson, Arizona

Megan Woolner Testimonial

Mark’s workshop in Tofino was a wonderful opportunity to dip our toes into mindfulness practice and how to practically integrate it into daily life. Retreat is harder to describe, but the experiences from retreat have genuinely been transformative in my practice and day to day life. Mark has created a beautiful space to allow people to come together, reconnect with themselves and with like-minded colleagues. I highly recommend it to all my colleagues!

Dr. Megan Woolner

Maternity Family Practice and Addiction Medicine, Victoria, BC

Kiran Nayar Testimonial

I have had the great privilege of attending online and in person retreats with Mark as well as having him come to Vancouver and offer his Burnout and the Road Back to Resilience workshop at our multidisciplinary maternity practice. The retreats have been both personally and professionally life changing. There are tools I use daily that have helped me live and care for others with more kindness. Thank you, Mark, for your gift facilitating workshops/retreats for healthcare providers.

Dr. Kiran Nayar

Maternity Family Physician, Co-Director South Community Birth Program. Vancouver, BC

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