Tai-chi on Loughborough Farm Guest blog by Carl Barber It was my first day working alongside Dr Tamara Russell. I had learnt about her work in conversation with my personal tutor, about options I might explore for an elective placement. This was part of my Mental Health Nursing degree […]
Yearly Archives: 2017
Mindfulness of the Breath …… Here you can try an exercise that will walk you through the four stage mindfulness model that was used to inform the sewing practices in the Weaving a New Story project. If you are not standing in front of the amazing Exhibition at Guy’s Hospital […]
Part of the Weaving a New Story method involved deliberately making mistakes. We are so afraid to make mistakes that this can paralyse us. Yet making mistakes (and being resilient enough to learn and grow from them) is the heart of real learning and true creativity. Even Doctor’s Make mistakes […]
Try the Transitional Pause The Transitional Pause is a mini mindfulness retreat that is with you all the time. It is one of the key applied mindfulness exercises. Ideal for those who don’t have time or space to do a formal practice, and/or those who want to embody mindfulness throughout the […]
Weaving a New Story Sharing Stories…Being Inspired Weaving a new story: A project investigating how mindful textile work can support mothers with postnatal depression is a collaboration between King’s College London’s Department of Neuroimaging and textile artist Liz Finegold, supported by the Cultural Institute at King’s. Cocoon […]
Mindful Movement and Self-Compassion Course to Support Heart Health Following the success of The Heartfulness Project, conducted in 2017 in association with MSc students from King’s College London, we are happy to announce this new 10-week training program, commending May 2nd 2018 (London Bridge). You can find out […]
An early start at KPMG sharing information about mindfulness at work. Key things to remember you are in charge of your attention! think about who really deserves your full attention (it’s a gift) higher level managers and senior leaders need to take heed of what is happening lower down […]
What is the impact of your commute on your body and mind? Those who live in the city know full well the horrendous nature of commuting to work. While our time on the underground, on buses, and in traffic jams can sometimes yield some surprising delights (!) it is more […]
Monday November 27th is a day to Thrive in the City. There will be plenty of events all over the city to help city workers and residents to get more in touch with their emotions and explore ways to develop mental wealth. Let’s explore creative ways to get in touch […]
Mindfulness starts with the body ……and the embodiment of mindfulness is a critical teacher competency. How do you explore mindfulness of the body in your daily life and work? The seminal research of Catherine Kerr provides neurophysiological evidence to support ancient Buddhist knowledge. Mindfulness starts with the body. Catherine Kerr’s […]