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# Mindfulness Centre of Excellence

Do Less. Be More.

## Posts

- [Next Generation Mindfulness Teacher Training](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/next-generation-mindfulness-teacher-training/) - Honouring the traditions of both traditional and secular mindfulness training, one thing in this sector caught my eye .......just how little attention was given to difference. In the Body in Mind Training, we are committed to honouring difference. Different views, cognitive diversity, different approaches across multiple traditions and all the many and varied ways we
- [Celebrating 10 Years](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/care-for-the-carers/) - Ten years ago this month, Mindfulness Centre Founder and Director Dr. Tamara Russell met with His Holiness the Dalai Lama at the States of Consciousness - Traditional Knowledge meets Neuroscience Symposium in Brazil. The topic of this presentation was the importance of care for the carers, and the challenges faced by those who care for
- [Mindfulness-based approaches: A guide for psychologists](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindfulness-based-approaches-a-guide-for-psychologists/) - The British Psychological Society commissioned a guide to mindfulness-based approaches for psychologists (clinical and applied). After many years of hard work, this document is now available. It was edited by Dr. Tamara Russell (Mindfulness Centre of Excellence Founder and Director) and Dr. Stuart Whomsley with contributions with many of the UKs leading advocates of mindfulness
- [International Women's Day - Creative Mindfulness](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/international-womens-day-creative-mindfulness/) - Today's session of creative mindfulness "It's in Your Hands" focused on women as a celebration of International Women's Day. Our practice invited a mindful reflection on the hands of our female ancestors and how we have been touched by the hands of women in our lives. A mother, a grandmother, a friend, a carer. We
- [10 years of mindfulness teacher training in Brasil](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/10-years-of-mindfulness-teacher-training-in-brasil/) - BMT in Brasil has been running now for over 10 years. Wow! What a journey. We commenced this work in 2013, initially running short trainings and workshops aimed at psychologists and healthcare workers. Gradually this developed into a three module training program covering: The Neurocognitive Foundations for Mindfulness Teachers (with a focus on personal embodiment
- [The Space Between The Rain Drops](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-space-between-the-rain-drops/) - It's always a joy and a privilege to supervise mindfulness teachers. Unlike any other space, this type of supervision offers a profound and deep place to connect, share and create. This image above was the result of a recent supervision with Clarissa Alminhana. Clarissa is one of the senior teachers on the Neurocognitive Foundations for
- [Move for Mental Health](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/move-for-mental-health/) - Activities For Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 Anxiety is the worlds #1 mental health challenge (World Health Organization) Our modern lives put so much pressure on us to perform all the time. This can easily lead to high levels of stress and anxiety which can leave us feeling overwhelmed and burn-out. We are all just
- [The Race (I did not Enter)](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-race-i-did-not-enter/) - All around the world we are facing the impact of climate change. Theseimpacts can sometimes seem far away (depending on where we are in the world). Thisis something we see on the news but are unable to comprehend for ourselvesunless we are directly affected. The impact came very close and personal in the last weeks
- [The Transitional Pause](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-transitional-pause/) - Mindfulness invites us to slow down, stop even. But for some, that is almost impossible. That's why we created the Transitional Pause - a mindfulness practice that helps you to slow down, see more and move through the world with more intention, awareness and compassion. It's mindfulness in motion (designed with the brain in mind).
- [Transitioning Mindfully in the Healthcare environment - Management in Practice 2017](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/transitioning-mindfully-in-the-healthcare-environment-management-in-practice-2017/) - Learning how to transition mindfully from one task to another, or one activity to another can make all the difference when you are strapped for time. Sharing the Transitional Pause with Practice Managers at the Management in Practice 2017 event in London today. The title of the talk was "when time management is not
- [Dragons at the Royal College of Psychiatrists....self care before other care.](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragons-at-the-royal-college-of-psychiatrists-self-care-before-other-care/) - The Dragons took part in a workshop at the Royal College of Psychiatrists. It was organized by the London Student Psychiatry Conference. This landmark event brought together students and trainees from medical schools and services across London to explore "Psychiatry in a World City". One topic was self-care and well-being. The dragons were used to
- [A Yearly Review of Greens](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/a-yearly-review-of-greens/) - Review your last 12 months with the Dragon Way to Mental Wealth methodology to get an overview of your emotional life and motivations in 2019. We work with the Green, Red and Blue dragons to help understand how life has left it's mark on our mind/body/heart. Were you kind to your hard-working blue dragon? Did
- [Beyond the Brain 2020: Why we work with a neurocognitive model](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/beyond-the-brain-2020/) - A fantastic line-up of speakers at the Scientific and Medical Network's annual conference "Beyond the Brain 2020". This group of pioneering scientists and consciousness explorers hold values very much in line with the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence. We are curious and open about the nature of matter and mind and cognizant of the limitations of
- [Thar Be Dragons......](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/thar-be-dragons/) - We are delighted to be partnering again with the wonderful Dragon Cafe for their new initiative offering on-line support to their patrons. Tamara Russell from the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence will be sharing over 8 sessions a creative exploration of our "dragons" - the movements of breath, body, blood, heart and mind that make up
- [Why we move (mindfully)](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/why-we-move-mindfully/) - We are passionate about mindful movement here at the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence. Both Co-Directors, Tamara Russell and Tony Langford are movement practitioners (martial arts and 5 Rhythms respectively). Several of our Brazilian Collaborative (Katya Stubing, Clarissa Alminhana, Sylvia Maria Affonso, Matheus Rhomero, Vitor Pordeus) also practice (and preach) the benefits of movement, dance, theater
- [The Heartfulness Project at The Virtual Dragon Cafe in the City](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-heartfulness-project-at-the-virtual-dragon-cafe-in-the-city/) - The Heartfulness project took part in a recent series of events offering mental health support to the City of London. In a long-standing collaboration with The Dragon Cafe, Tamara Russell (with support from Dr. Maya Campbell) offered an exploration of a brain-based, holistic ways to help regulate emotions and take care of body and mind.
- [Working with New London Architecture ....can we create Green Dragon cities?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragons-at-new-london-architecture-can-we-create-green-dragon-cities/) - Centre Co-Directors Tony Langford and Tamara Russell took the Dragons to the New London Architecture building in WC1. It's a great place to visit, with informative displays, events and a great cafe. See the dragons below on the amazing city of London model. One display shares insights from their latest piece of research on Future
- [Embodied Practice: Which Body in Mind?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/embodied-practice-which-body-in-mind/) - Mindfulness starts with the body, both ancient and modern traditions agree. But which body in mind are we talking about? In our work at the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence we ground our exploration of mindfulness of the body in secular ways using neuroscience research as a guide. We respect the breadth of knowledge and experience
- [Mindful 360 and Immersive Tech](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindful-360-and-transformative-tech-the-basics/) - Summary: M360 is an embodied spin by a mindfulness professional around your whole system to cross check from conception to distribution that the mindful principles of care and attention are in place. As embodied practitioners, we start with self and make sure those self-care foundations are strong. A huge gratitude to all the creators, founders,
- [Action Research Case Study: The Death Incubator](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/m360-case-study-the-death-incubator/) - Action Research: The Death Incubator The Death Incubator was a live action research collaboration between VR artist Jose Montemayor Alba (Founder of Virtual Awakening) and Dr. Tamara Russell (Founder and Co-Director of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence). The purpose of the work was to explore the intersect between mindfulness, creativity, immersive technology (virtual reality) and
- [Dragons take flight from Pelotas Brasil......What colour is your dragon?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragons-take-flight-from-pelotes-brasil-what-colour-is-your-dragon/) - Centre Co-Director Tamara Russell joined the awesome individual Raquel Lhullier (MCoE Lead for Child and Family Systems Mindfulness) in her home-town of Pelotas Brasil. We were there to release the Dragons! Scroll down to find out about activities on-line and in the UK. Or read on to find out more about our adventures in Brazil.
- [Dragons + Heartfulness at Dragon Cafe in the City .....#getintothegreen](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/heartfulness-at-dragon-cafe-in-the-city-tools-for-mental-wealth-getintothegreen/) - The Heartfulness Project were delighted to be part of the The City of London and Dragon Cafe in the City Wellness Wednesdays at Shoe Lane Library in November. Dragon Cafe in the City aims to support those who live and work in the city to generate mental wealth (as well as other types of wealth).
- [Let's Talk about paradigm shifts in psychiatry ....](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/lets-talk-about-paradigm-shifts-in-psychiatry/) - Let's talk about ..... The fourth in the series of Let's Talk About webinars tackled a biggie - the psychiatric view of psychosis. A topic that can both scare and intrigue. How and who decides what mental phenomena are "ok" and those that are "not ok"? What are the choices really when it comes
- [Mindful XR Design of Death is Fake News](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindful-xr-design-of-death-is-fake-news/) - Resources for the DiFN Mindful XR Mini Retreat We are so excited to welcome you to this pilot research day for DiFN. Our intention is to see what happens in an digi-analog death shadow mash up. Mindful design meets cutting edge VR tech with a transpersonal twist. Tamara is the main contact on the day
- [DiFN: Video and Podcast Selection](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/difn-video-and-podcast-selection/) - Here you can find a selection of videos and podcasts. Reflective Exercises can be found here. Please let us know if you have any great resources that have inspired you. Why we need to do this work as a species Sitting with death can be profound. Those who work with the dying offer a
- [DiFN: Individual and Group Default Mode Network Stretches ......](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/difn-reflective-exercises/) - Here are some exercises we strongly recommend you try before you have your VR-NDE. "We don't have to know what's coming ...we need to know how to meet it" - Frank Ostaseski Preparation is SUPER helpful. There will be time and space in the day to revisit these exercises if needed. The Tea Room is our
- [DiFN: Essential Mindfulness Practices to support your journey](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/difn-essential-mindfulness-practices-to-support-your-journey/) - Tools for Transformation anywhere, anytime, any state. This are suggested for daily life but we will be using them throughout the day so it may help to get familiar with them. Mindfulness of the Soles of the Feet - the classic grounding practice. Useful in any environment including VR and when navigating non ordinary states.
- [Dragons at Santa Monica School...Pelotas, Brazil](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragons-at-santa-monica-school-pelotes-brazil/) - This article may be of particular interest to educators and those who work with young people (5-11 years old). The focus of this article is teacher self-care.
- [Dragons at Santa Monica School....sharing What colour is your dragon? with young people](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragons-at-santa-monica-school-sharing-what-colour-is-your-dragon-with-young-people/) - High excitement and curiosity as the Dragons landed at Santa Monica School in Santa Monica School, Pelotas, Brasil for a workshop with almost 80 young people (7-9 years old). Os Dragões voaram até Santa Monica. Clique aqui para a versão em Português. Click here for the story in Portuguese. Tamara Russell and Raquel Lhullier used
- [What colour is your dragon?  A workshop for families to develop emotional intelligence](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/what-colour-is-your-dragon-a-workshop-for-families-to-develop-emotional-intelligence/) - The Mindfulness Centre of Excellence is happy to announce the launch of the "What colour is your dragon" workshop in the UK (London for now!). Booking form here. After a decade of independent initiatives to bring mindfulness to school children across the UK, it will now for the first time be part of the national
- [Dragons at This Can Happen 2019......#getintothegreen](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/what-colour-is-your-dragon-at-this-can-happen-2019/) - Dr. Tamara Russell and Mary Louise Morris shared the What Colour is your Dragon? methodology at This Can Happen 2019 at the Queen Elizabeth Centre, Westminster, London. A packed audience (at double capacity!) heard about the Red, Blue and Green dragons and reflected on their own working experience and how much time they spend in
- [Dragons at Concriad......permission and language across generations](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragons-at-concriad-permission-and-language-across-generations/) - The Dragons had a busy few days in October 2019 in the south of Brasil in Porto Alegre at the Concriart Conference. This conference is for therapists, counsellors, family workers and educators. It has a focus on creative ways of therapeutic engagement for young people and families. Raquel Lhullier and Tamara Russell ran a "What
- [Dragons at The Future of Work 2020](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragons-at-the-future-of-work-2020/) - Mindfulness Centre Co-Director Dr. Tamara Russell shared the Dragons at The Future of Work 2020 Briefing organized by Kathleen Saxton from The Lighthouse Company and Cate Murden and the team at PUSH. What does the future of work need to look like to be compassionate and caring? How can we hold the physical and mental
- ["Tread Lightly" a Brasil/UK creative mindfulness collaboration with Fernanda Terra and Tamara Russell](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/creative-urban-micro-retreat-join-our-mindful-safari-in-rio-with-mindful-museum-and-mcoe/) - Tread Lightly ...... Join us Sunday morning (October 6th, 2019) from 10-1pm in the incredible city of Rio de Janeiro for a Brazil/UK embodied and expanded creative mindful experience. The event will be facilitated by Fernanda Terra from Mindful Museum and Mindfulness Centre Founder and co-director Dr. Tamara Russell. Details (click here for Portuguese)
- [Consciousness Hacking anyone? Matching Wisdom with Technology with Joshua Fields](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/consciousness-hacking-anyone-matching-wisdom-with-technology/) - Hey London Consciousness Hackers...what's hacking your consciousness right now? Who is choosing? What are we doing (and why?)? These and other important explorations to be aired at the Consciousness Hacking London launch event October 2nd at 93 Feet East (with support from The Experimental Thought Company at The Truman Brewery). You can also find info
- [Where is the "I"? Off to Ars Electronica to explore some existential questions with VR](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/where-is-the-i-off-to-ars-electronica-to-explore-some-existential-questions-with-vr/) - Where is the "I"? A standard question for those with any interested in mindfulness and meditation. Where is this elusive "I" that we cherish so much? Where does it actually live and reside in any stable way? Can you really find the "I" if you turn your mind's eye inwards and try to find it?
- [What is protocol-free mindfulness?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/what-is-protocol-free-mindfulness/) - Here at the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence we LOVE to innovate and do things differently. Our buzz word is #thisisdifferent or as Tamara's likes to say "this IS mindfulness (but not as you know it)". In this blog, we share the MCoE take on "protocol-free" mindfulness. We believe this to be the next generation of
- [Welcoming Tony Langford as the Co-Director of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence.](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/welcoming-tony-langford-as-the-co-director-of-the-mindfulness-centre-of-excellence/) - Summer 2019 We are very happy to welcome Tony as the new Co-Director of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence. Tony has been in the crew all along as a supporter, facilitator, sounding board and all round generally amazing human being. His passion for bringing together tech, arts, and mindfulness in the service of human thriving
- [Try a Transitional Pause](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/qr-code-transitional-pause/) - 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 day. This practice has been
- [Cyberdelics for Mental Wealth?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/cyberdelics-for-mental-wealth/) - What on earth are cyberdelics? What is mental wealth? Great questions both and part of the dialogue that is being conducted at the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence as we try to think out of the box about new ways to support well-being and thriving for all. There is an urgent need to find new therapies to
- [Mindful Extended Reality (XR) Design - how real do you want it to feel?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindful-xr-design-how-real-do-you-want-it-to-feel/) - Heads up! Paradigm shifting our understanding of death using Virtual Reality - a collaboration with Virtual-Awakening. Death and dying in virtual reality as a way to have a second chance at life without the need for the heart attack or cancer scare. But how real do you want it to feel? And how real does
- [Weathering Storms 2:  New ways of working with non-ordinary states (psychosis) for professionals](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/weathering-storms-2-new-ways-of-working-with-non-ordinary-states-psychosis-for-professionals/) - We are happy to announce the second Weathering Storms all-day workshop in London on Saturday June 15th 2019 (note date change). Join Anthony Fidler and Tamara Russell as they deep dive into how professionals and those caring for people experiencing non-ordinary states can work in ways that blend the best
- [Death is an Expansion ...](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/death-is-an-expansion-and-other-reflections-on-death-in-order-to-live/) - A conference on Consciousness and spiritual experience during the dying process – hosted by the Palliative Care Section, Royal Society Medicine - March 28th 2019 A ground-breaking event at the Royal Society of Medicine with a group of open-minded and hearted individuals who wanted to dive deep into the research and experiences of death and dying. Some
- [I'm here ...Let's Dance: Osmosis with Delphine Perrot](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/im-here-lets-dance-osmosis-with-delphine-perrot/) - Mindful Movement and Dance at the Clock Tower Brockwell Park with Delphine Perrot - Sunday April 6th 11 to 1pm What happens when you blend together Tango, Creativity and Mindful Movement? Osmosis of course. Join the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence for a Creative Public Understanding of Mindfulness activity with MCoE collaborator Delphine Perrot. She’s here…let’s dance. We
- [Mindful Reflections on Death (to enhance life)](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindful-reflections-on-death-to-enhance-life/) - It's been an interesting year and as we transition into 2019 it is time for reflections. Where have we come from? Where are we now? What is the next most mindful step? One of the major transitions in life that we ALL make is from life to death and this was the theme of a
- [Embrace your inner hedgehog......mindful of being alone](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/embrace-your-inner-hedgehog-mindful-of-being-alone/) - Does this little creature look alone? Do you think he/she is lonely? Nature has a way to use the winter months to rejuvenate and prepare for the spring. She guides us to take a moment to pause, stay indoors, snuggle up as best we can and use this time wisely. Yet for humans, these winter
- [#getintothegreen  A reflection on nature](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/getintothegreen-a-reflection-on-nature/) - #getintothegreen - a reflection on nature by Mindfulness Centre of Excellence Director Dr. Tamara Russell Anyone who is friends with me FB will know that getting into the green (literally) is my top self care activity. Almost every morning when in London I train in Brockwell Park. Even if the weather is cold and rainy, the
- [Mindful Design - Enhancing the Empathy Engine of Experts by Experience](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindful-design-enhancing-the-empathy-engine-of-experts-by-experience/) - "Experts by experience and deep listening are the keys to real innovation in health care. " Dr. Tamara Russell What stops healthcare utilising this incredible resource to it's highest potential? Currently, it is often lip service - listening but not really listening, valuing, but not really valuing. Lots of listening, followed very quickly by a
- [Guest Blog: What colour is your dragon? A Brazil-Portugal-UK Mash Up!](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/guest-blog-what-colour-is-your-dragon-a-brazil-portugal-uk-mash-up/) - Mindfulness Centre of Excellence Guest Blog by Dr. Raquel Lhullier psicraquelbl@gmail.com What colour is your dragon? In a multi-national collaboration, psychologists and educators from Portugal, Brazil and the United Kingdom offered a brain-wise workshop for children and parents in Faro, Portugal. The intention of the workshop was to help young people and their parents to
- [The Wounded Healer  10 Year Anniversary Conference](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-wounded-healer-10-year-anniversary-conference/) - Very happy to be involved in the 10 Year Anniversary Conference of the Practitioner Health Program. At the wonderful RCGP Headquarters in Euston Square, professionals from healthcare are sharing their experiences. This two-day Summit brings together those who work in a variety of healthcare environments, but with a specific focus on doctors. The discussions have
- [Weathering Storms .......a Taster at Dragon Cafe today](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/weathering-storms-a-taster-at-dragon-cafe-today/) - Today @ Drgaon Cafe (2-3pm) As always, the Dragon Cafe continues to rock - addressing big topics, opening deep conversations and promoting innovation and creativity as the routes to deep healing. At 2pm -3pm today (Sept 10th, 2018) Anthony Fidler will be sharing some of his learning from an incredible journey to learn how to
- [Paradigm Shifts in Psychiatry: Weathering the Storms](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/paradigm-shifts-in-psychiatry-weathering-the-storms/) - "Weathering Storms": Mindfulness based Approaches for Emotional Pain, Trauma and Psychosis : November 16th 2018 How can we use the principles of mindfulness to effect change in areas where there is a great need for new ways of thinking? How can compassionate, courageous and curious listening to those who have in-depth personal knowledge and experience
- [Guest Blog: Mindfulness Practices for people with tics or Tourettes Syndrome (TS)](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/guest-blog-mindfulness-practices-for-people-with-tics-or-tourettes-syndrome-ts/) - Here at the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence we are interested to hear about theory-driven innovations in the delivery of mindfulness. Part of this work is supporting those who might struggle to connect with "standard" practices. How can we thoughtfully innovate to improve access to the benefits of mindfulness? How can we use co-design to ensure
- [Weaving a New Story Exhibition, Guy's Hospital - February to June 2018](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/qr-for-the-program/) - 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 is supported by the National
- [Take a Mindful Breath ....](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/take-a-mindful-breath/) - 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 Atrium 1 right now, please
- [Guest Blog: Solitude, what does it mean to be alone with yourself?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/guest-blog-solitude-what-does-it-mean-to-be-alone-with-yourself/) - Solitude, what does it mean to be alone with yourself? Blog by Roberto Chiodelli robertochiodelli@yahoo.com.br "The most intimate relationship we will have in our entire lifetime is with ourselves" (Jamie Ridler) According to studies, adult humans spend approximately 29% of their waking time alone (Larson, Csikszentmihalyi, & Graef, 1982). How are we
- [Heartfulness Comes to London](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/heartfulness-comes-to-london/) - The Heartfulness Project ran four successful workshops in the Heart of London over Feb/March 2018 Working with the City of London's Business Healthy Initiative and alongside Mental Fight Club and Dragon Cafe, Dr. Tamara Russell and Dr. Maya Campbell delivered four short workshops exploring compassion and heart health in the City of London (details below).
- [Let's talk about paradigm shift in psychiatry.....](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/lets-talk-about-paradigm-shift-in-psychiatry/) - Let's talk about real courage to explore and evolve. The modern psychiatric paradigm has struggled to work mindfully with psychosis and associated experiences. Although new models are emerging (particularly the Open Dialogue model), there is still often very little choice other than medication for those experiencing psychosis. I am delighted to be chatting to
- [Release the Pressure - Heartfulness comes to the City of London](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/release-the-pressure-heartfulness-comes-to-the-city-of-london/) - Heartfulness in the City: Four free events in collaboration with the City of London and Dragon Cafe in the City. As part of the City of London's Business Healthy initiative, Dragon Cafe in the City is offering a number of taster sessions to help City residents and workers learn skills to improve their well-being. The
- [The Heartfulness Project Course Commencing (London Bridge) May 2018 .....](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-heartfulness-project-is-launching-its-first-course-in-march-2018/) - 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 more about the Heartfulness team
- [Opening minds with creativity, nature and mindfulness .......](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/opening-minds-with-creativity-nature-and-mindfulness/) - Coming up February 3rd from 2-4pm at the National Gallery, London. Be mesmerised by the haunting beauty of Gallen-Kallela’s paintings of Lake Keitele in this special mindfulness and slow-looking workshop (limited tickets remaining here). This is a collaboration between the National Gallery’s Christina Bradstreet and Dr. Tamara Russell, Director of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence. Image
- [Let's talk about tech ....... VR and Mindfulness for Teens](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/lets-talk-about-tech-vr-and-mindfulness-for-teens/) - Let's Talk about Tech..... Really looking forward to the forthcoming Let's talk about Tech ...... webinar on January 25th 2018. This is the first in a series of free webinars that offered by the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence. The intention is to share innovation and talk to those who are pushing the boundaries of the
- [Let's Smile: Tai-Chi on Loughborough Farm](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/lets-smile-tai-chi-on-loughborough-farm/) - 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 at King’s College London, during
- [What does it mean to make mistakes?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/what-does-it-mean-to-make-mistakes/) - 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 is a great TED talk
- [Sharing Mindfulness at KPMG - #whatismindfulness @work?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/sharing-mindfulness-at-kpmg-whatismindfulness-work/) - 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 in the organization - all
- [Mapping the City's Emotions - Thrive in the City Event November 27th 2017](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mapping-the-citys-emotions-thrive-in-the-city-event-november-27th-2017/) - 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 with our common humanity. WHAT
- [Counteracting the ill-effects of your commute to work](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/counteracting-the-ill-effects-of-your-commute-to-work/) - 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 often a stressful experience that
- [The Reflective Mindfulness Practitioner: From Action to Embodiment](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-reflective-mindfulness-practitioner-from-action-to-embodiment/) - 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 work has shown that how
- [Challenging Perfectionism ... Letting Go and "Good Enough"](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/challenging-perfectionism-letting-go-and-good-enough/) - Sewing and creativity can bring out the perfectionist monkey's in full force. Any new mums struggling with this can join the FREE mini-retreat this Thursday (Sept 21st), in Highgate, London. Come and try out @sewmindful and say hi to your perfectionist mental monkey! (We have a crèche from 10-3.30pm - booking is essential). Those perfectionist
- [Getting Gorgeous Fabrics Ready for the Creative Relaxation Mini - Retreat](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/getting-gorgeous-fabrics-ready-for-the-creative-relaxation-mini-retreat/) - Getting ready for the mini-retreat and looking forward to sharing some of the @sewmindful methods. Preparing the creative materials is a key part of this work and @Lizfinegold has the knack of ensuring we have exactly what is needed. Ensuring everything can run as smoothly as possible is one thing. A further detail is
- [A day of creative relaxation for new mums experiencing post natal depression](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/a-day-of-creative-relaxation-for-new-mums-experiencing-post-natal-depression/) - The Mindfulness Centre of Excellence, in conjunction with Cocoon Family Support and Wellcome Trust are planning a wonderful @sewmindful day on Thursday September 21st, 10-3.30 for new mum's who are experiencing low mood and/or post natal depression. Booking is essential as we have a crèche and need to know
- [#whatismindfulness with Psychologies and Now Live Events at Conway Hall](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/whatismindfulness-with-psychologies-and-now-live-events-at-conway-hall/) - #whatismindfulness? A very good question and a full audience at Conway Hall yesterday to discuss this very issue. Covering the definitions of mindfulness (there are many and everyone is arguing!), the benefits of mindfulness (clear thinking anyone?), what your brain needs to be doing to engage in any moment mindfully and some applied practices,
- [@sewmindful update](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/sewmindful-update/) - Background: Weaving a new Story is a project investigating how mindful textile work can support mothers with postnatal depression. A collaboration between Clinical Psychologist Dr Tamara Russell from King's College London's Department of Neuroimaging and textile artist and psychologist Liz Finegold, it is supported by the Cultural Institute at King's, Cocoon Family Support and the
- [What is the sound of @sewmindful?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/what-is-the-sound-of-sewmindful/) - Mindfulness of sounds is a great exercise. Listening to sounds as they arise and fade away is a way to stay in the present moment. You can't pay attention to a sound that your heard five minutes ago, or a sound that you will hear in ten minutes time. It's just not possible! So,
- [Transitional Pause anyone?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/transitional-pause-anyone/) - The Transitional Pause is my most used mindfulness tool. I am using it all day, every day for every type of transition. It helps me to gain knowledge about how the days activities have impacted on my body and mind. It helps me to ground and pause. It helps me to move forward with
- [Liz's Gift - A celebration of courage and compassion. June 3rd, 10-12AM, King's College London, Waterloo](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/lizs-gift-a-celebration-of-courage-and-compassion-june-3rd-10-12am-kings-college-london-waterloo/) - It's Time to Celebrate the Amazing Journey of the Weaving a New Story Project. Mixing and blending textiles, neuroscience, compassion, creativity. Giving 100% commitment to embody mindfulness and embrace mindlessness as best we can at all times. Full catastrophe living indeed! Join psychologist and textiles artist Liz Finegold and Dr Tamara Russell at a mini-workshop at King's
- [Good Tech? Bad Tech? Mindful Tech at Dragon Cafe Today](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/good-tech-bad-tech-mindful-tech-at-dragon-cafe-today/) - STOP THE WORLD I WANT TO GET OFF! We can be quite overwhelmed by all the information that enters our brains at any one time. Check out this video called Digital Junkie which gives some quite alarming stats. The funniest being that most people would rather clean their toilet than clear out their email
- [Mindfulness Take over at Dragon Cafe - Tai Chi Safari May 1st ....](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindfulness-take-over-at-dragon-cafe-tai-chi-safari-may-1st/) - Join Dr Tamara Russell as she leads a tai chi safari from the Dragon Café (Borough) around the local area. Suitable for all levels, walking speed will be slow/moderate and there will be several stops. You can join in for as much as you can manage. Starting at the Dragon Café at 12.30 for a
- [Meet the Heartfulness Project May 1st at the Mindfulness take-over of Dragon Cafe](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/meet-the-heartfulness-project-may-1st-at-the-mindfulness-take-over-of-dragon-cafe/) - The Heartfulness Project will be at the Mindfulness take-over of the Dragon Café May 1st! Come down to the café in Borough to find out more about this amazing space and the work that is done here. All Welcome to Everything is the cry. You can get a delicious vegetarian lunch and snacks from the café and even
- [The Heartfulness Project Now Recruiting](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-heartfulness-project-now-recruiting/) - We are now recruiting for The Heartfulness Project. Are you someone with experience of heart failure or a heart condition? Are you interested in helping us to understand how we can support people with heart conditions in the community to lead the best life possible? This is a brilliant opportunity to input your
- [The Heartfulness Project](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-heartfulness-project/) - Happy to announce we are commencing The Heartfulness Project. This is a collaboration with Maya Campbell, who has contributed to an All Party Parliamentary Group report for Heart Failure and specifically commented on the psychological support necessary for those with heart failure. Read more about the Heartfulness Project Team here. More information about the study, supported by two MSc
- [Weaving a New Story .....#sewmindful #sewamazing!](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/weaving-a-new-story-sewmindful-sewamazing/) - Session 8 of the Weaving a New Story project and the quilt is taking shape. No pictures yet as the group are still working hard on their creations (but it looks amazing). We are combining both the "snazzy" Japanese squares as well as the "process" squares. The latter being more interesting as they are a
- [@sewmindful at the Tate Exchange](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/sewmindful-at-the-tate-exchange/) - Liz Finegold from the @sewmindful team will be at the Tate Exchange next weekend. She will be displaying some of the preliminary work from the Weaving a New Story Project, and running two workshops that demonstrate the impact of this unique blend of sewing and mindfulness. When: Friday 31st MARCH – Saturday 1st APRIL 2017 12:00-17:00 Where: Tate
- [@sewmindful symposium March 24th 2017](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/sewmindful-symposium-march-24th-2017/) - @sewmindful symposium On March 24th 2017 we have arranged a great panel of speakers and some lovely @sewmindful activities as a way to explore how textiles and mindfulness intersect in a way that can be particularly helpful for those suffering from low mood and poor mental health. If you are interested in mindfulness, creativity, textiles and
- [Creativity and Mindfulness at The Actor's Centre - working safely in the "as if" space of the default mode network](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/creativity-and-mindfulness-at-the-actors-centre-working-safely-in-the-as-if-space-of-the-default-mode-network/) - Working efficiently and creatively in the "as if" space of the mind. A great workshop with The Actor's Centre, London on January 18th 2017. A very interested and engaged audience at the Tristan Bates Theatre listened to Dr. Tamara Russell covering the basics of the neurocognitive model
- [New Technologies for mindful awareness FOVOLAB Project](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/new-technologies-for-mindful-awareness-fovo-project/) - A very stimulating day with FovoLab and the amazing Tony Langford (Kinetica). Really pushing boundaries and exploring the edges of tech and thinking about how these applications can be used for health and well-being (rather than just porn and military applications!). Especially great work coming out of Ravansbourne, and some up and coming digital pioneers. I especially
- [Exploring Sashiko Stitch for the "Weaving a new story" project](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/exploring-sashiko-stitch-for-the-weaving-a-new-story-project/) - In the design stage of the "Weaving a new story" project with @LizFinegold. Exploring the Sashiko stitch for the Intention session. With this stitch you get a chance to be fully present with the sewing activity. At the same time, you can begin to notice the intentions and decision making behind each movement. Taking
- [Weaving a new story - mindfulness, textiles and post natal depression](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/weaving-a-new-story-mindfulness-textiles-and-post-natal-depression/) - Weaving a new story: a project investigating how mindful textile work can support mothers with post-natal depression is a collaboration between King’s College London’s Department of Neuroimaging and Liz Finegold, supported by the Cultural Institute at King’s. We are working with Cocoon Family Support (who are sponsoring rooms and the crèche) to offer a group
- [Practitioner Well-Being: Health Visitors](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/practitioner-well-being-health-visitors/) - To Telford for the Unite-CPHVA Annual Professional Conference 2016. Sharing applied mindfulness techniques for health visitors to use to stay balanced and calm as they cope with increasing workload and stress. Top Tips for Health Visitors 1) The Transitional Pause. Take a small pause to acknowledge the impact of your
- [The Joy and Pain of the Wandering Mind](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-joy-and-pain-of-the-wandering-mind/) - Really looking forward to the collaboration with Mind Body Spirit for tonight's webinar. Inspired by the work of Smallwood and Hasenkamp the webinar will present a neurocognitive model of mindfulness. The intention in sharing this model is to talk you through what happens in your brain and mind in a mindful moment. With this knowledge,
- [Mindfulness in Medical Education](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindfulness-in-medical-education/) - Preparing for the next round of teaching of Mindfulness and Resilience at King's College London Medical School. An interesting article looking at the personality characteristics of medical students (highly perfectionist, competitive and conscientious!) but perhaps lacking the skills that will help them to stay healthy as they study and work. There is a particular need
- [Brazil Retreat 2016 - Serra da Cantareira](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/brazil-retreat-2016-serra-da-cantareira/) - Early morning meditaiton on the jungle platform. This was before the kung fu and tai chi began ....and then into a day of meditation and talks. The view from the rooms over the mountains. Just beautiful. Waking up in the morning to the sound of the howler monkies. Not my
- [](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/434/) - Mind, Body, Movement and Play .... For those interested in the links between movement, creativity, theatre, mindfulness and mental health - this is a great event happening in London on 16th June. I will be demonstrating with a neurocognitive model (based on Hasenkamp's work) how these practices have their therapeutic effects. One of the issues
- [East Meets West - Mindfulness and the Transpersonal Approach](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/428/) - Very happy to be teaching on the Mindfulness and Meditation course for http://www.aleftrust.org/. We start today! This is a great organization that wishes to blend the secular and spiritual aspects of mindfulness so that we can really understand what this training is about, its full potential, and provide a platform for those who do wish
- [](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/420/) - Ever wondered how we can really innovate and bring mindfulness into the corporate and organizational settings? How can we get around the challenge of asking busy executives and leaders to take time out of their schedules in order to sit and practice mindfulness? Yes this would be great if they can do it, but
- [It's out today!](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/its-out-today/) - High excitment today as the book is out! A very long and strange journey I must say - much of it quite mindless but this is how we learn. You can order it here and I will also be doing a book signing at the Battle of Ideas 2015. Special thanks go to my lovely
- [How to change a mind?  Dance workshop](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/how-to-change-a-mind-dance-workshop/) - Happy to be working with Clod Ensemble's Reboot program to explore the different ways in which we can re-wire our brains by paying attention in a mindful fashion. Getting insipiration from this video and also from some nice neuroscience videos showing how the brain connects and disconnects. This video has some beautiful images and is
- [Mindful Listening for GPs](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindful-listening-for-gps/) - What can happen when we really listen to each other? How do we need to manage our own internal dialogue, mind wanderings and emotional reactions so that we can really listen? We explored this in some mindful listening exercises at the recent LMC GP Resiliance conference (info here). A quick mindful exercise and just five
- [Mindfulness in the Community](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindfulness-in-the-community/) - Lots happening in South London in relation to mindfulness in Autumn 2014. The Dragon Cafe will be hosting an 11 week Body in Mind Mindfulness Training program led by Tamara Russell, commencing September 29th. These one hour sessions cover a short practice, a piece of theory about mindfulness training, some information about the underlying neuroscience
- [Bipolar UK Staff Training](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/bipolar-uk-staff-training/) - Dr. Russell has a long standing relationship with Bipolar UK, an excellent charity that supports those with bipolar and their carers. On July 23rd 2014 she headed up to Bipolar UK in their Pimlico office to run an introduction to mindfulness workshop for a staff training event. Sixteen staff from around the country attended and had lots
- [Mindfulness in Education - Brazil](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindfulness-in-education-brazil/) - A great workshop with teachers in Brazil who are already using mindfulness in the classroom or who are keen to try. We discussed the different models of mindful working schools and this group really grasped that first and foremost the mindfulness starts with the teacher. They were inspired by the work of Grepmair et al
- [Seabreeze Dance United](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/seabreeze-dance-united/) - Working with Dance United, Tamara Russell provided mindfulness consultancy for the Dance Team to support them in their pilot study of a dance intervention in mental health. The project aimed to work with young people and those with their first presentation of a severe mental illness, using a dance based methodology to increase self-esteem, motivation
- [Body, Bones and Brain](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/body-bones-and-brain/) - A great meeting last night with Lali Jurowsky, Luciana Gandolfo and Silvia Arcuri to discuss our forthcoming Body, Bones and Brains workshop (August 19th, Sao Paulo). Lali and Lu are two extremely experienced body workers who are trained in Continuum Movement and Eutonia methods respectively. Silvia is a neuroscientist and psychiatrist with an interest in

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- [International Partners](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/international-partners/) - Brazil Collaborations Academic Partner: Katya Stubing Katya's academic work has been developing and evaluating a mindfulness intervention for severe psychiatric inpatients diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa at the Hospital of the University of São Paulo. This ground breaking work is done in an area of mental health fraught with difficulty for both clients and staff. Her work was presented at the Mindfulness
- [The Team](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/the-team/) - "We believe that in order to do something really different we need a truly interdisciplinary approach to cross-fertilize our thinking, learning and expertise.” The founding members of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence are known in their fields for quality and innovation. They bring a unique combination of professional and creative skills and work across the
- [Our Work](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/our-work/) - We promote, deliver, develop and support innovative and quality secular Mindfulness through our core activities including: Supporting Our Next Generation Work with children and families to provide the skills we all need to survive and thrive in our evolving world. This work includes our cross-cultural program "What Colour is your Dragon?" with Raquel Lhullier and
- [Let's Play](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/public-understanding-of-mindfulness-puma/) - Let's Play! We love movement and play because this is how (many) brain's learn best! Bringing mindfulness to the public in weird and wonderful ways is the intention of the Public Understanding of Mindfulness Activities (P.U.M.A.) strand of the work of the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence. We find fun ways to communicate serious messages about mind,
- [Creative Mindfulness](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/creative-mindfulness/) - Creativity lies at the heart of the next wave of mindfulness. We value equally the contribution of artists and scientists. We recognize the power of the arts to heal and particularly to heal those who might struggle to engage with "mainstream" treatments. The Mindfulness Centre of Excellence is working with a number of collaborators to
- [Centre Directors](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dr-tamara-russell/) - The Mindfulness Centre was founded by Dr. Tamara Russell. Tamara is now Co-Director with Tony Langford. This combination brings together the best of the creative arts, technology, neuroscience, mental "wealth" and innovation. Find out more about Tamara and Tony below. We work with a rotating Directorship model to ensure the work of the centre is
- [Advisory Board](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/advisory-board/) - Dr. K.A.H Mirza Dr. Mirza works as an Hon. Senior Lecturer and Consultant Adolescent psychiatrist at the Institute of Psychiatry, Kings College, London and South London and Maudsley NHS Trust. He is the clinical director of an In reach Adolescent forensic mental health services at Cookhamwood Youth offending institution, a specialist service for young
- [About Us](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/home/) - Mindfulness Centre of Excellence (MCoE) The home of innovation and quality in Secular Mindfulness, supported by Science The Mindfulness Centre of Excellence is a virtual organization dedicated to enabling and nurturing the next wave of mindfulness. MCoE is a secular hub for training, research and exploring new ways of disseminating mindfulness understanding and awareness. We
- [Heartfulness Group Page](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/heartfulness-group-page/) - Here's the audio only link to Tamara and Maya talking about the Heartfulness Project. Videos Mindful Movement Session from Release the Press https://youtu.be/uIR3BT5Aj8k The Heartfulness Project Course 2018 Session 1 (handout Wk 1 HO. Heartfulness Project FINAL pdf) During the first session we touched on what our goals and intentions were
- [What Colour is your Dragon?](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/what-colour-is-your-dragon/) - Welcome to "What Colour is your Dragon?" (Click here for Portuguese version of this page and here for Portuguese book worksheets to download). Clique aqui para a versão desta página em Português. Para você que adquiriu: "Aprendendo a amar os seus dragões: Uma linguagem sobre emoções" Mindfulness entre gerações de Tamara Russell e Raquel Lhullier clique aqui para baixar os arquivos
- [The Reflective Mindful Practitioner: From Action to Embodiment ](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/learning-to-teach/mindfulness-based-action-reflective-learning/) - The Reflective Mindful Practitioner: From Action to Embodiment Enhancing the embodiment of mindfulness in personal and professional practice "I think that the diversity of participants was the best part. You have a chance to hear and share thoughts and experiences. This gives something new to your own way of thinking and also teaching" (MBARL
- [Teaching mindfulness](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/teaching/) - Teaching Mindfulness and Supporting those who Teach Mindfulness If you want to begin teaching mindfulness to others this is a serious commitment, first of all to your own personal practice and secondly to ensuring that you are doing your very best to provide mindfulness training for others that is responsible and competent. As mindfulness moves
- [Consultancy](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/consultancy/) - Talks, Workshops, Short Courses and Training In her own unique and practical style, Dr. Russell offers talks, workshops, short courses (1-3 days) and longer training in mindfulness in the workplace. Those who have attended her workshops comment on her engaging style, knowledge of neuroscience and the pragmatic way she approaches mindfulness. Why add something to
- [Cool online stuff](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/cool-online-stuff/) - Current favourites Alert Relaxed - Move like a martial artist. Alert, but not rigid. Relaxed but not slumped. Try this short meditation to practice this in the seated posture and then adopt it as you move about your daily activities. The Transitional Pause - a short practice you can do anywhere to help you
- [Next Wave Mindfulness](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/next-wave-mindfulness/) - Creativity lies at the heart of the next wave of mindfulness. Honouring with deep respect the pioneers of secular mindfulness, MCoE is keen to harness the innovation, creativity and energy that is welling up world-wide as individuals from all walks of life connect with mindfulness practices. Below you can find a talk on Mindfulness,
- [MCoE  - Talks and presentations](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mcoe-talks-and-presentations/) - As part of the mission to provide reliable, up-to-date and authentic information about mindfulness, our Director, Dr. Tamara Russell frequently gives talks and lectures world-wide on the topic of mindfulness. These presentations range from a group of 5 to a auditorium of 3000, talks at academic, corporate, health and education settings and conferences. Below are some examples
- [Dragon Cafe - Peer self care and learning](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/dragon-cafe-peer-self-care-and-learning/) - Peer learning and mindfulness: The Amazing Dragon Café Dr Tamara Russell and some of her assisants have been running regular sessions of Body In Mind Training at the Dragon Cafe for a peer led project in south London. The work has included: 1. Mindful Management Process using BMT Framework – consultancy with the
- [Our Mission](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mission/) - We believe that an important aspect of excellence is to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation in mindfulness through creativity and thought leadership. These activities are informed by what we know about how the brain works and the most powerful and creative teaching methodologies. Our goal is to help more people discover the benefits of mindfulness and to
- [Vision](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/vision/) - We want to create a more mindful society for happier, healthier living. To met this aim, it will be necessary to widen the scope of mindfulness in society - both its application and how it is disseminated. This is the ultimate goal for the Mindfulness Centre of Excellence MCoE, a UK Not-For-Profit organisation. At MCoE we believe that Excellence is
- [Learning to teach](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/learning-to-teach/) - Mindfulness training routes Aberdeen University Breathworks Bangor University - Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice Body in Mind Training Enter Mindfulness Exeter University Integrated Mindfulness Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust London Meditation Mindflow Solutions Mindful Health Ltd Mindfulness Association Ltd Oxford University - Oxford Mindfulness Centre
- [Application of the BMT approach](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/application-of-the-bmt-approach/) - Here are some examples of the types of courses and application of the Body in Mind Training approach: Teaching BMT in Porto Alegre Teaching BMT Modules 1 and 2 for Mental Health Professionals at the Family Institute of Porto Alegre. Multidisciplinary professionals from Health and Mental Health Settings take part in the training in the
- [Body in Mind Training](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/body-in-mind-training/) - Body-in Mind Training Dr Tamara Russell is the creator of the BMT framework – an innovative body and brain mindfulness based training methodology that brings together the three disciplines of neuroscience, mindfulness and martial arts. BMT is NOT JUST Mindfulness – it is movement and mindfulness together with a no-nonsense approach, backed up by
- [Resources](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/resources/) - We are currently developing a range of resources: For those who want to learn Mindfulness For those who want to teach Mindfulness Cool online information, apps, audio and video materials
- [Core Values](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/core-values/) - Our values embody the spirit of the Centre – Transformative Excellence through innovation and creativity. They are at the heart of who we are and how we work. They represent everything we believe in, and underpin everything we do. For us, excellence is not a goal to be attained in the future, but rather a continuous way of being innovative and creative.
- [Mindfulness courses](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/mindfulness-courses/) - A range of new courses are springing up across the UK and this page is intended to signpost to search engines and courses that are running in your area. If you know of other quality providers please feel free to contact us so we can add to the growing list! The Mental Health Foundation The
- [Learning mindfulness ](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/learning/) - Many people are interested in learning mindfulness and below you will find a few resources to help you on your journey. A range of new courses are springing up across the UK and this page is intended to signpost to search engines and courses that are running in your area. If you know of other
- [Thought Leadership](https://www.mindfulnesscentreofexcellence.com/thought-leadership/) - Page under construction.... please visit this page again soon!
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