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Lisa V. Blake, MA

BA, Bates College, Lewiston, Maine
MA, Bangor Theological Seminary, Portland, Maine
Member, National Association of Professional Women
Board of Directors, Siddhartha School, Ladakh, India
Teacher, nationally and internationally in a variety of settings: high schools, colleges, community and faith-based environments
Founder, Maine Mindfulness Project
Student of Venerable Kanchen Khen Rinpoche Lobsang Tsetan, head abbot of the prestigious Tibetan Tashi Lhunpo Monastery in exile

As a practitioner, teacher and healer, I view meditation as a tool for physical wellness and emotional well being. It is a process that directs all faculties on harmonizing the individual with the universe. Meditation attunes us to an embodied awareness of feelings of peace, balance and well-being. Once we become familiar with this internal awareness we are more capable of sensing influences that disrupt this ease and can then more readily identify factors that create disease.

Meditation supports healthy behavior changes and healing by concentrating our life force energy in a direction that moves us more fully towards wholeness and optimal health. By understanding how the mind works and how to offer it relaxation as well as learning how to guide it to positively benefit the body, we are able to transform it into a facet of ourselves that acts as a dedicated alley for our highest health and benefit.

I look forward to working closely with clients to create meaningful individual, couple or family practices according to healing goals and needs.

True North Patient Testimonial

“I have been consistently and increasingly impressed with Lisa’s ability to connect with people and accomplish great things with gentle determination.

Time and again she has revealed exceptional levels of insight into what would be bene?cial to others in a challenging context. Her ability to relate across cultural and language differences to faculty and students at Siddhartha School was truly inspirational.

No other “western” teacher has been able to accomplish anything like what Lisa has there, in terms of educational enrichment. For example, Lisa led students of all ages as well as faculty and staff in meditation practice each morning during her visit – to rave reviews and much appreciation.

In this tremendously demanding environment Lisa shone brilliantly, and brought smiles of delight to the faces of many. Lisa is a natural facilitator and teacher who knows how to convey information and ideas.

In all contexts in which I know her Lisa is a motivating force for positive change. As a long-time True North client and friend of several practitioners past and present, I know of no one better suited to contribute to your commendable efforts than Lisa Blake.”

- Scott Cronenweth, MS

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SERVICES OFFERED

Meditation Services

CLASSES TAUGHT

The Meditative Mind: An Exploration and Introduction to Basic Techniques

Breath Meditation for Beginners: a Class for Children & Parents

Sitting Still, Breathing Deeply, Feeling Good: Meditation Practice for Children ages 4-14

Starting the Day the Right Way: How to Create a Personal Meditation Practice

Breathing Joy into the Holidays: Merry Moments Meditations

Using Breath & Mindfulness Meditation in the Classroom: a New Approach to Classroom Management and Student Empowerment

Commit to Sit: Integrating Sitting Meditation with Yoga Practice

TESTIMONIALS

"As a long-time True North client and friend of several practitioners past and present, I know of no one better suited to contribute to your commendable efforts than Lisa Blake.” - Scott Cronenweth, MS

“Transformative!” -Jackson, a senior at Yarmouth High School

“I learned a lot in tonight's first meditation session...I feel different already even after just one class! I will definitely be doing the homework.” -Michelle Clarke

“The level of relaxation and relief I attained just by using my breath correctly was amazing! This practice made a world of difference to my quality of life during my recuperation from surgery and battle with cancer Thank you!” -Elizabeth A. Cote

“Lisa Blake is a remarkably gifted, imaginative, focused, and energetic person who is a delightful colleague and a trustworthy, perceptive spiritual guide and companion. She has my most enthusiastic endorsement.” - Dr. Marvin M. Ellison

“Lisa is deeply committed to her own personal self care, and to the regular practice of mindfulness and meditation, and she has learned how to graciously share this practice in helpful and healing ways with students of all ages. I am glad to see her considering a professional opportunity where she can share these gifts.” - Dr. Ron Baard

RELATED RESOURCES

Maine Mindfulness Project