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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Burnout, Purpose, Meditation: Cultivating Health at Work
Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020 – Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020
06:30 PM – 08:00 PM
US/Central
Presented by Alejandro Chaoul, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Discover experiential tools you can use in the midst of the hectic pace of modern life and the high demands of workplace expectations. This presentation looks at the damaging effects of stress on health. Learn about research into how Tibetan mind-body practices have shown a positive effect on improving health and bringing a sense of connection and purpose. Consider ways to refresh your approach to life, embrace your own potential, and attain greater meaning and satisfaction in your work.
About the Speaker
Born in Argentina, Alejandro Chaoul has studied with Tibetan Bön and Buddhist masters, and he has taught Tibetan meditation and mind-body techniques internationally. Chaoul obtained his PhD in Tibetan religions from Rice University. The author of Chöd Practice in the Bön Tradition and Tibetan Yoga for Health and Well-Being, Chaoul has also written numerous articles on mind-body practices in integrative cancer care; Tibetan meditation and ritual practices; and the intersection of humanities, spirituality, and medicine.
Drop in! This program is free. On Thursdays, Museum general admission is free, courtesy of Shell Oil Company.
► Plan ahead for your visit with parking information.
Wellness Programs at the MFAH are presented by MD Anderson Cancer Center and include Sundays on the Roof, Yoga in the Gardens, and a four-part Health & Wellness lecture series.
HOURS & ADMISSION
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Wednesday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday , 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Monday (Except selected holidays) | Closed.
- Tuesday | Closed.
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day | Closed.
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Museum Admission
ALL ACCESS tickets provide entry to Special Exhibitions and the MFAH Permanent Collections. Purchase online or drop by any admissions desk.- MFAH Member FREE
- ALL ACCESS (Adult 19+) $24
- ALL ACCESS (Senior 65+ with ID) $20
- ALL ACCESS (Youth 13–18) $20
- ALL ACCESS (Child 12 & Under) FREE
- *Thursday MFAH Permanent Collections (All Ages) FREE
- *Thursday ALL ACCESS (13 & Up) $10
Directions & Parking
- Free Parking
- Paid Parking
- Street Parking
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Make visiting a snap! Visit mfah.org/parking for complete parking information.
Three Parking Garages
Parking Garage Hours
Open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.Parking Garage Fees
- Parking payments may be made only with major credit cards, MasterCard and Visa debit cards, or cash.
- For hourly rates, go to mfah.org/parking
Special Offers / Dining
Paolo Fronza, from Fellini Caffè, runs this sophisticated dining operation. Enjoy an array of Italian-inspired fare with a Texas flair, a European-style coffee bar, a kids menu, and much more at the MFA Café, located on the lower level of the Beck Building.
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