Mindfulness For Life – Personal Edition

Transform Your Everyday Experience with Mindfulness

Overview
Mindfulness For Life (MBCTL) is an accessible, evidence-based course that combines mindfulness practices with cognitive-behavioural techniques. This skills-focused program is designed to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with clarity, compassion, and resilience, empowering you to live more fully and intentionally.

Does this sound like you?

• Do you often feel overwhelmed by the stress of daily life, leaving you exhausted and disconnected?
• Are recurring anxious thoughts stopping you from fully enjoying the present moment?
• Have you noticed that stress is impacting your sleep, relationships, or overall sense of well-being?
• Do you long for a practical, evidence-based approach to help you regain balance and enrich your life?

If these challenges resonate with you, read on to discover how Mindfulness For Life can provide the tools you need to flourish.

Why Choose Mindfulness For Life?

• Emotional Resilience:
  Learn practical techniques to manage stress, reduce anxiety, and foster a more balanced emotional state—even when life gets challenging.

• Enhanced Self-Awareness:
  Develop the ability to recognise when you’re on autopilot. By cultivating mindful awareness, you can break free from unhelpful thought patterns and savor the richness of each moment.

• Practical Daily Tools:
  Gain a toolbox of strategies to integrate mindfulness into your daily routine, from guided meditations to reflective exercises that help you connect with what truly matters.

• Holistic Well-Being:
  Draw on ancient wisdom and modern science to build lasting habits that promote overall health—mental, emotional, and even physical.

What to Expect on the Course

Course Format:

• 8 Weekly Sessions:
  • Each session lasts approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes (with the first session extended to 2.5 hours) and builds on the previous week’s learning.
• Day of Practice:
  • A special 5-hour session after the sixth week deepens your practice and introduces new techniques to further your mindfulness journey.
• Group Size:
  • Engage in a supportive environment with a small group of up to 16 participants, ensuring personalized guidance and a community feel.

Session Structure:

• Guided Meditation & Reflection:
  • Start each session with a focused meditation, followed by time to reflect on your experiences.
• Interactive Discussions:
  • Share insights and learn from others in a safe, non-judgmental space (without delving into personal histories) to reinforce your practice.
• Practical Exercises:
  • Participate in exercises that blend mindfulness with cognitive techniques to help you better understand and manage your reactions.
• Home Practice Recommendations:
  • Receive daily mindfulness exercises (up to 45 minutes) that you can integrate into your life to solidify your learning and nurture your well-being.

What Will You Gain?

• Mindful Presence:

  • Learn to catch your mind before it slips into autopilot, allowing you to truly engage with each moment.

• Stress Management:

  • Discover how to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety by developing a calm and focused mind.

• Improved Clarity:

  • Gain insight into your thought patterns, helping you make decisions that align with your true values and priorities.

• Increased Joy & Gratitude:

  • Shift your focus from worry to what’s positive in your life, nurturing a sense of contentment and gratitude even during tough times.

• Long-Term Well-Being:

  • Build sustainable practices that empower you to face life’s inevitable challenges with equanimity and compassion.

Real Stories of Transformation

“The Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course that I did with James was a fantastic reset that allowed me to slow down, breathe, refocus and learn some amazing techniques that have helped me almost every day since then. Our small group sessions were relaxed and friendly, yet really productive and I left each session feeling more balanced and more confident in my ability to deal with life’s tricky situations.”
— Sarah C.

“I have really enjoyed having the time and space to work through some practices of my own (and having someone else hold me accountable to my engagement). I thought the course and content were brilliant, and your approach calming and welcoming. ”
— Stephanie D.

“A wonderful insight to Mindfulness delivered by James - we couldn't have asked for a more calm, understanding and enthusiastic practice lead for this! It's taught me lots of simple techniques to use when things are tricky and given me permission to take the time to be more mindful and to be kinder to myself.”
— Dom B.