Mindfulness courses
"I now have new techniques to use when feeling stressed and anxious. I have really gained an appreciation of mindfulness, something I initially didn't believe would help me. I was wrong, it totally has, and I have benefited with reduced anxiety."
Why mindfulness?
Leading international scientific research has proven mindfulness techniques help calm the mind, strengthen emotional intelligence and increase self-awareness.
If practiced regularly, mindfulness techniques help individuals to make wiser choices and enhance their way of living to become healthier, happier, calmer and more compassionate people.
Mindfulness practice enhances the ability to respond wisely to stress, challenging situations, difficult interpersonal interactions, and reduces unpleasant symptoms.
Mindfulness also offers an opportunity to rest the mind from its continuous and sometimes negative and tiring internal chatter.
Ultimately, practiced well, it’s about feeling calmer and happier.
Workplace mindfulness
Specialist workplace mindfulness training gives individuals the ability to notice what is happening in the moment, without getting swept up by difficult or negative thoughts, emotions or feelings.
By being consciously aware of your thoughts, you can take control of your emotions and actions, and work positively to enhance your work routine and environment, interactions, focus and concentration.
Courses
Workplace mindfulness taster - bust the myths
Summary
Introduction to the basics of workplace mindfulness practice.
The science behind it, how it can help, how to practice it, and how it can become part of your everyday routine to better cope with stress and enhance wellbeing.
(Can be used as an introduction to the eight week course or as a standalone session.)
Who - everyone (up to 100 participants)
Delivery - online or face to face
Duration - 60/90 minutes
Content
Interactive session with practical examples, tips, evidence-based resources and Q&A.
The science: neuroplasticity, cognitive control and mental fitness.
A guided mindful breathing exercise.
WorkplaceMT principles and course outcomes.
Practical tips, techniques and resources.
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Enhanced understanding of what mindfulness really is and how it can help better cope with stress and enhance wellbeing.
Know how to apply a simple mindfulness practice to your everyday routine.
Increased knowledge of the principles and outcomes of the WorkplaceMT Frantic World eight week course.
WorkplaceMT Frantic World - workplace mindfulness for everyone
"An amazing course which is well presented and managed. I find I'm so much calmer compared to the beginning of the course, with a clarity of thought I didn't realise was possible!"
Summary
Nationally validated* mindfulness training.
WorkplaceMT is an evidence informed approach to mindfulness which has been evaluated, researched and refined in the workplace to meet the challenges of modern day working.
(*Validated by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Who - everyone, max 12 people
Delivery - online or face to face
Duration - 1 hr a week for 8 weeks
Content
Research shows that mindfulness is developed via a combination of 3 key elements:
Formal practice (normally practiced at home).
Gaining an understanding of key psychological principles.
Everyday mindfulness (short moments of mindfulness that can be practiced at work).
Each week of WorkplaceMT training includes these three elements along with:
Opportunities to practice mindfulness in a safe, supportive environment.
Opportunities to reflect and transfer learning to the workplace.
Opportunities to ask questions to overcome challenges encountered.
Learning from peers and peer to peer support.
Weeks 1-8 overview:
Week 1: How to focus the mind.
Week 2: The mind body feedback loop.
Week 3 Striving and resilience.
Week 4: Consolidation of your learning so far and introduction to self-kindness.
Week 5: Thoughts and perspective.
Week 6: Working with challenging situations.
Week 6: Understanding your inner critic.
Week 8: Developing Intention and next steps.
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Understand the key psychological principles and benefits of mindfulness.
Practice and develop the tools, techniques and mindset and embed it into your work routine.
Gain an increased level of self-awareness which can lead to improved self-management, teamwork and communication skills.
Enhance decision-making, attention and empathy through mindful practice.
Enhance physical and psychological stress management - improving focus and concentration.
Better manage ingrained behaviour and habits, as well as wellbeing and resilience.
WorkplaceMT Frantic World - workplace mindfulness for leaders and managers
"I have used the techniques both consciously and subconsciously whilst balancing parental responsibilities with a demanding job leading a high functioning team. I've really learnt how to manage my energy and focus levels on a daily basis rather than always trying to recover at the weekend."
Summary
Nationally validated* mindfulness training.
WorkplaceMT is an evidence-informed approach to mindfulness which has been evaluated, researched and refined in the workplace to meet the challenges of modern day working.
Being at “the top” doesn’t have to be a stressful place. Improved emotional regulation and discernment can reduce feelings of overwhelm in pressurised environments.
(*Validated by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Who - senior managers and leaders, group or 1-2-1
Delivery - online or face to face
Duration - 1 hr a week for 8 weeks
Content
Research shows that mindfulness is developed via a combination of 3 key elements:
Formal practice (normally practiced at home).
Gaining an understanding of key psychological principles.
Everyday mindfulness (short moments of mindfulness that can be practiced at work).
Each week of WorkplaceMT training includes these three elements along with:
Opportunities to practice mindfulness in a safe, supportive environment.
Opportunities to reflect and transfer learning to the workplace.
Opportunities to ask questions to overcome challenges encountered.
Learning from peers and peer to peer support.
Weeks 1-8 overview:
Week 1: How to focus the mind.
Week 2: The mind body feedback loop.
Week 3 Striving and resilience.
Week 4: Consolidation of your learning so far and introduction to self-kindness.
Week 5: Thoughts and perspective.
Week 6: Working with challenging situations.
Week 6: Understanding your inner critic.
Week 8: Developing Intention and next steps.
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Understand the key psychological principles and benefits of mindfulness.
Practice and develop the tools, techniques and mindset and embed it into your work routine.
Gain an increased level of self-awareness which can lead to improved self-management, teamwork and communication skills.
Enhance decision-making, attention and empathy through mindful practice.
Enhance physical and psychological stress management - improving focus and concentration.
Better manage ingrained behaviour and habits, as well as wellbeing and resilience.
Enquire about mindfulness courses
Please email us victoria@mindsthatwork.com or use the form below to send an enquiry.