Mindfulness Programmes in London

“When you change the way you look at things... the things you look at change!”

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness is an awareness of self, others and the world around us... that enables us to take control of our mind and therefore take control of our life. This awareness develops from focusing our attention in three fundamental ways:

1. In the moment 2. On purpose & 3. Without judgement

However just practicing in this way alone ultimately limits our potential. Cultivating the Foundational Attitudes are deemed essential to produce the transformational qualities and ultimate benefits living a Mindful life promises. These empowering attitudes help us to respond to difficult events, emotions & thoughts with less reaction, more ease & healthier outcomes that support our true values.

Most of us live life on autopilot... this essentially means there is no human operator at the controls. Life is happening but because we are not fully aware we are not fully in control. Rarely being in the present... experiencing what is right here right now... we miss the simple joy of the present moment expecting the joy to happen at some point in the future. But if we are unable to be present now… how are we going to be present then? It is rehearsing the future that creates our worries and stress & rehashing the past (usually regretfully) that underlies depression. Learning to focus our attention on the present moment... with kindness and without judgement... relieves stress, worry, depression & anxiety, as well as intense emotions such as anger, guilt & shame. [Note: Stress contributes to many adverse physiological and psychological health conditions, therefore effective stress-management is vital for optimal health.] Through the inextricable connection between our mind and our physiology - primarily the neural and endocrine (hormonal) systems - this present-moment focus of attention engenders an increase in clarity, peace & contentment… thereby creating a life that is rewarding... of our choosing... & in our control.

The programmes below have been designed to deliver the fundamentals of Mindfulness through theory, practices and techniques. Any participant fully engaging in the programme and embracing the core principles will embark on a Mindfulness journey that is ultimately life-empowering... life-changing and life-long.

Whilst commencing or cultivating your Mindfulness journey please feel free to use the Guided Meditation Audio Tracks further below to encourage and enhance your Mindfulness practice.

Mindfulness Programmes

Mindfulness Programme – Level One©

Do you find yourself either racing around or lacking energy... mentally & physically... but not sure why?

Do you sometimes or often feel low, stressed, confused, fatigued, irritated, frustrated or demotivated?

Do you experience feelings of shame, guilt, loneliness, low self-esteem or low self-worth?

Do you feel life is unmanageable… at work… at school… at home… at socials?

Do you want to discover the powerful role emotions play & how they influence your relationship with self and others… in helpful & unhelpful ways?

If you answer yes to one or more of these questions this programme is for you. You will be introduced to a foundational understanding of Mindfulness, develop practices and learn techniques that will alleviate worry, stress & suffering and enable you to start taking better control of your life & your future. Become your best self... learn to: ‘Master your Mind so you can Master your Life!’

This programme comprises six 90-minute sessions delivered at a duration of 1 session per week; it is usually preceded by the optional 90-minute introductory session (see below).

Mindfulness Programme – Level Two©

The Mindfulness Level 2 Programme is for those who have completed the Level 1 programme and are fully embracing a Mindfulness way of life. The emphasis of the programme is on the continued development and strengthening of self. New practices and techniques are introduced with a focus on a deeper awareness of self for identification and reinforcement of the inner power to cope with life’s adversities so our joy, peace and personal power remain.

This workshop comprises four 1-hour sessions run at a duration of one per week.

Mindfulness & Motivation For Work Workshop©

The Motivational & Mindfulness for Work Workshop is a programme preparing people to cultivate their careers. It consists of 4 3-hour sessions delivered at 1 session per week over 4 weeks. The first element of the programme utilises motivational enhancement techniques to help you understand the mechanisms of and enhance your motivation for change. The second element concentrates on Mindfulness to help you understand your habits of mind and how to become your best self. Both elements of the programme will enable you to effectively break down barriers, enhance your self-esteem & self-confidence, build your resilience and focus your attention so you can make the right choices towards achieving your career goals. Whether that is improving or learning new skills through training or voluntary work, starting a degree or applying for employment that fulfils your capabilities and dreams.

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Each week addresses a different aspect of the process of motivating you for change… from presentation and completion of worksheets… to the development of knowledge and practice in Mindfulness to keep you focused and help you understand and manage stress and resistance. The Workshop is then followed by 2 1-1 sessions per participant to address any unresolved issues and an option of agreed upon monthly experiential Mindfulness group to continue and reinforce practice as well as offer space to explore currently occurring issues.

Introduction To Mindfulness©

This Introductory presentation gives a rudimentary understanding of the theory and practice of Mindfulness. It is delivered as the initial session in preparation for the Mindfulness Level 1 Programme or can be offered as a stand-alone session to assist in garnering interest. Participants will be introduced to the concepts and benefits of Mindfulness as well as the various practices and techniques fundamental to this significantly empowering and simplistic way of being.