The Power of Mindfulness to Build Positive Mental Health

As we mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 here in the UK, it’s a valuable time to reflect on the ways we can actively support our own mental well-being—and each other’s. This year’s theme, “Community and Mental Health,” highlights the importance of social connection in nurturing mental health.

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5 Benefits of attending an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course

Struggling with life's chaos? Consider an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course. This transformative experience teaches mindfulness, emotional regulation, and stress resilience through guided practices. The course fosters mind-body connection and lifelong skills for overall well-being. The course offers a journey to inner peace and empowerment.

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Embrace Mindful Eating at Christmas for a Nourishing and Joyful Holiday

This post encourages integrating mindful eating into Christmas celebrations. Mindful eating enhances enjoyment, digestion, portion control, emotional regulation, and incites gratitude. Techniques include setting intentions, engaging senses, practicing portion control, expressing gratitude, and tuning into hunger and fullness cues. The goal is to experience the holiday's joy without compromising well-being, emphasizing savoring every moment and making conscious healthful choices.

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Stage Hypnosis Vs Hypnotherapy – Not So Different?

In this article I take a brief look at the similarities and differences between hypnotists using stage hypnosis on the one hand and hypnotherapists using hypnotherapy on the other. There are perhaps more similarities than some professional hypnotherapists would like to acknowledge, but there is also one fundamental difference. Read on to find out what it is.

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Mindfulness is found in Islam too

I feel very fortunate to have recently been asked to appear on the Breakfast Show on the Voice of Islam Radio and to be interviewed by two lovely presenters, Mr Sharjeel Ahmad and Mr Muhammad Ather. It was also a joy to have the opportunity to lead one minute of mindfulness practice for the thousands of listeners in the UK and internationally.

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