Life moves so fast, how often do we pause to reflect so we can move forward with greater purpose and balance? And what tools do we really have to deal with life’s ups and downs? 

The truth is that there are many keys to a life of more peace and balance that we were never taught. This course is an opportunity for you to try another approach, gain powerful self-knowledge, and view your life with more clarity.

Benefits

This is an evidence-based course developed in the light of research at University of Oxford and other world leading research centres. The documented benefits include:

  • Reduced feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression

  • Less worrying and obsessing over things

  • Feeling clearer about what is truly meaningful, and living life with a stronger sense of purpose

  • Greater appreciation of what is pleasant and enjoyable in life

  • Improved ability to cope with pain and illness

What you'll learn

  • Tools to Flourish

    Moving towards greater balance and joy, cultivating wellbeing from the inside out

  • Skills to Meet Life’s Challenges

    Learning to respond skilfully to life's ups and downs, and progressively dissolving unhelpful thinking patterns

  • Deeper Meaning & Connection

    Tapping into our full potential as human beings and living a life of meaning and purpose

Course curriculum

The curriculum is based on a world-renowned course referred to as MBCT-L (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Life) developed at Oxford University. It draws on both ancient wisdom and modern psychological science, combining mindfulness, meditation, and cognitive exercises to offer an in-depth and insightful learning experience.

2 hours every Tuesday 6th June - 25th July 2023

    1. Pre-Course Questionnaire (Prerequisite)

    2. Pre-course Information

    1. Note from your teachers

    2. Mindfulness Handbook: Chapter 1

    3. Body Scan Set up

    4. Body Scan

    5. Home Practice Notes

    1. Note from your teachers

    2. Mindfulness Handbook: Chapter 2

    3. Pleasant Experiences Calendar

    4. Body Scan (version 2)

    5. Sitting with the Breath

    6. Home Practice Notes

    1. Note from your teachers

    2. Mindfulness Handbook: Chapter 3

    3. Unpleasant Experiences Calendar

    4. Stretch and Breath

    5. Mindful Movement Lying Down

    6. 3-Step Breathing Space

    1. Note from your teachers

    2. Mindfulness Handbook: Chapter 4

    3. Sitting Practice

    4. Working Wisely with Reactivity Questions

    5. Mid-course Review

    1. Note from your teachers

    2. Mindfulness Handbook: Chapter 5

    3. Working with Difficulty

    4. Breathing Space with extra guidance

    5. Befriending

About this course

  • £295.00
  • Wednesdays Time TBC
  • Live Sessions via Zoom
  • 8 Lessons + 1 Day of Practice

What people are saying

  • "This course has helped me on many levels and there were many AHA-moments for me. I felt a closer connection to myself, my emotions, and my body. Yet, being able to be the observer of all the thoughts and emotions, without losing myself in them. And not to mention, practicing the powerful tool of self-compassion."

  • "I really enjoyed the way the course was led with embodied mindfulness, compassion and kindness. This was truly important for my learning. Also, I really liked the mix of scientific evidence with the slightly more spiritual tone (such as the poems) of the course material."

  • “Having had some experience with mindfulness before, I wanted to deepen my knowledge. This course showed me new practices and techniques, and after trial and error, I found the ones that best suit me, which I’m incorporating in my day to day. Thank you for these lifelong tools. Can’t recommend it enough!”

Your Teachers

Learn from Mindfulness Teachers trained by leading institutions

Emma Diddi

I’m a mindfulness and meditation teacher, trained with the University of Oxford’s mindfulness research centre in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. I also teach yoga. Until 2019 I was working as an e-Commerce Director, and then decided to turn my interest in human flourishing and wellbeing into a full time mission. Prior to that, working in a high-pressure environment had led me to meditation in 2014, and I’ve since had a daily practice that has supported my physical and mental wellbeing in infinite ways. My personal journey and exploration of human potential have brought me to many different disciplines that influence my teaching; yoga, Somatic Experiencing, dance & free movement, cognitive behavioural therapy, breathwork, Dharma teaching, and mindfulness.

FAQ

  • What is Mindfulness?

    Mindfulness is a natural human capacity to pay attention to the present moment without judgment. This ‘attentional training’ combined with the cultivation of specific attitudes has the power to shift many aspects of your reality. In this course, it is taught based on a psychological science model of the mind alongside cognitive exercises.

  • What is the course format?

    This course is held online and rooted in group-based learning with 8 sessions and 1 day of practice/retreat day (optional). You will be 5-8 participants per course.

  • Is this course suitable for everyone?

    The course is suitable for beginners or anyone who would like to refresh and deepen their mindfulness practice. If you have suffered from any psychological illness or bereavement in the last 6 months or currently taking medication please get in touch beforehand so we can discuss together if the course is suitable for you at this time.

  • Do I need to attend all 8 Sessions and the 'Day of Practice'?

    If you miss a session that's OK, but try to commit to attending all 8 sessions as each session builds on what has been introduced before.

    The ‘day of practice’ (held after session 6) is not part of the course learning and therefore optional, but it's a great way to deepen your understanding.

  • Will there be additional course work to do at home?

    Each session is followed by suggestions for personal practice of up to 45 minutes. This includes both recommended guided practices, and also ways to cultivate new habits of mindfulness in everyday life.

  • What are the course dates?

    6/6, 13/6, 20/6, 27/6, 4/7, 11/7, 18/7, 25/7 and Optional retreat day 23/7 (4 hours)

To book or ask questions, please reach out!

Reach out via email [email protected] or phone +44 759 587 6433

We're here to help answer any questions or concerns you might have before deciding if this course is for you. Drop us an email with your details and we will get back to you to schedule a call.

This course also includes:

  • Mindfulness Handbook

    You'll receive the official Mindfulness for Life Handbook developed by Oxford University to support your learning

  • A Retreat Day

    Get the opportunity to deepen your understanding through a day of practice led by your course instructors (usually 4-5 hours)

  • Guided Meditations

    Access recorded meditations led by leading mindfulness teachers to support your journey

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