Nicholas Marino

## About Nicholas Nicholas is a meditation teacher with a background in psychology and the arts. He holds an M.A. in Counseling from Kean University and has practiced meditation for over five years to relieve anxiety and cultivate calm. Beyond teaching, he creates and shares art—sketches, drawings, and videography—and speaks about fitness and wellness on YouTube. His teaching style is welcoming, practical, and focused on building real-life serenity. ## Breathe, Believe, Begin: The Mindful Journey This live, interactive series explores the benefits of meditation through guided practice and discussion. You’ll experience diaphragmatic breathing, guided imagery, mindful eating and drawing, and other holistic modalities. Each session features a focused topic with a balanced mix of short talks and activities so you stay engaged and supported. ## What to Expect Participation is encouraged (and helps you get the most from the course), yet you can always choose your level of involvement. Classes emphasize presence, curiosity, and simple practices you can bring into daily life. No special supplies are required for most sessions—just a willingness to learn something new. ## What You’ll Need For mindful eating, bring a small snack or meal. For mindful drawing, have a pencil/pen/colored pencils and regular or sketch paper. Otherwise, just bring yourself—present, open, and ready to explore.