Bringing mindfulness to the public in weird and wonderful names is the intention of the Public Understanding of Mindfulness Activities (P.U.M.A.) strand of the work of the Mindfulness Centre.
Read more »The Mindfulness Centre of Excellence is working with a number of collaborators to explore how creative arts (dance, textiles and acting) can support mindfulness. These creative means can provide new ways ...
Read more »Dr. Russell works with individuals and organizations advising on how to use mindfulness techniques to optimise performance and improve mental and physical well-being.
Read more »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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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? 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, […]
