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How to start a meditation practice
Given such overwhelming evidence that meditation is beneficial for our physical and mental health, there’s no better time to get started. There are many ways to meditate, and no “right” way. Developing a daily habit [...]
Learning to meditate – a personal reflection
My first attempt at meditation should have been successful. I signed up for an intensive mindfulness training retreat in Wales, in an idyllic setting, with expert teachers. I knew all about the science of meditation, [...]
Individual or team resilience?
Let’s not create a dichotomy – we need both! There has been recent commentary that when it comes to creating stronger organisational resilience, the focus needs to be on creating resilient teams rather than resilient [...]
Compassion for yourself will help your relationships thrive
Happy, healthy relationships are vital for our wellbeing, and for many of us, our relationships are the foundation of purpose and meaning in our lives. Musicians, poets, writers, and anyone who has ever had their [...]
Celebrating improvements in reducing stigma
How does “Harden up!” become “How are you doing?” How are you getting rid of stigma at work? Over the last few weeks, the problem of negative stigma associated with mental illness has come into [...]
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