Mindfulness - week 1. (of an 8 week course)

This will be session one of an 8 week course,

Each week will be 1.30pm for an hour in the same venue. Coming along to week one allows you to find out more & get a feel if this is something that interests you. The sessions will be relaxed & friendly

What is Mindfulness? It is really easy or us to spend much of our day thinking or worrying about things that have happened in the past or may happen in the future. Our minds can be so busy that it is easy to rush through life without noticing much. Mindfulness is the practice of being present—fully engaged with whatever is happening right now, without judgment. It’s about noticing your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings with a sense of openness and curiosity, rather than rushing through the moment or getting caught up in what’s next.

In a world that’s constantly pulling us in different directions, mindfulness gives us a way to slow down and reconnect with ourselves. It helps us become more aware of how we’re feeling and what we need, rather than just reacting out of habit or stress.

How Can Mindfulness Help? Practicing mindfulness regularly can bring more calm, clarity, and resilience into your life. It can help with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and even physical tension—because when we’re more present, we’re less likely to carry around the weight of what’s already happened or worry about what hasn’t.

Mindfulness doesn’t require hours of meditation or a completely quiet mind. It can be as simple as taking a deep breath before replying to a message, noticing the warmth of your coffee in your hands, or pausing to really listen during a conversation.

With practice, mindfulness becomes a way of living—helping you feel more grounded, more focused, and more connected to the moments that matter most