What is Mindfulness?
"Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.” - Jon Kabat-Zinn |
The nature of the mind is to wander, plan, and analyse, which is a good thing to an extent. The mind helps us remember to buy onions for tonight's dinner, decide the most suitable approach to solving that issue at work, and learn how to drive a car. However, when this gets out of hand and we spend time dwelling in the past or worrying about the future, it can lead to depression and anxiety.
As the old proverb goes: "The mind is a wonderful servant but a terrible master." The practice of mindfulness teaches us to harness our wandering minds so we can use them to serve our well-being. Scientific investigation over the past 40 years has shown how mindfulness can change the structure of the brain. Anyone can practice mindfulness, it doesn't require any fancy equipment or apparatus. Practicing mindfulness allows you to change your relationship with your thoughts and feelings, so you can have more control over your life. |
“The faculty of voluntarily bringing back a wandering attention, over and over again, is the very root of judgment, character, and will. No one is compos sui [master of himself] if he have it not. An education which should improve this faculty would be the education par excellence.” - William James
Why Learn Mindfulness?
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Studies show that Mindfulness training helps with:
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Those completing a mindfulness course report:
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About Your Tutor
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Claire Shannon MA
I am a counselor who has been working in private practice for over 7 years. Through my work with clients, and in my own personal experience, I have learned just how important it is to have a regular mindfulness practice. Clients who practice this 8 week course alongside their therapy have seen vast improvements in their quality of life. I have found that I feel more balanced, energetic, optimistic, and peaceful since I began to practice meditation and mindfulness over 20 years ago. If you support your practice (i.e. show up and do it!), you will find that it, in turn, will support you and provide a sense of strength and peace through the ups and downs of life. I have a masters in clinical counselling, and a certification in the clinical use of Mindfulness. |
Given the benefits on offer, it's hard to think of any reason not to give mindfulness training a go!
When you click the button below you'll be asked to set up an account, this is just your username and password so keep note of these to access your course.
When you click the button below you'll be asked to set up an account, this is just your username and password so keep note of these to access your course.
"It is easier to put on a pair of shoes than to wrap the earth in leather." - Chögyam Trungpa
About Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy is an 8-week program developed and researched over 40 years to help people live better, more full and happy lives.
Using guided meditations, daily practices, and activities, you can change your relationship to your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to take more control over your own happiness.
The course will take around 30 minutes a day, and if you put in the time, you will reap the rewards.
People who have done the 8 Week MCBT course have reported an improvement in their self-image, more joy and patience in relationships, a decrease in symptoms of anxiety, depression, more energy, and more calm in their minds.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Using guided meditations, daily practices, and activities, you can change your relationship to your thoughts and feelings, allowing you to take more control over your own happiness.
The course will take around 30 minutes a day, and if you put in the time, you will reap the rewards.
People who have done the 8 Week MCBT course have reported an improvement in their self-image, more joy and patience in relationships, a decrease in symptoms of anxiety, depression, more energy, and more calm in their minds.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- The online course curriculum is simple to enroll in. When you click on one of the Enroll buttons, you'll be asked to create an account in my online school (just a name and email address required), then pay for your course. If you have any difficulty with this process, please don't hesitate to contact me.
- Prior experience with meditation or mindfulness is not required.
- The course is for beginners, or those wishing to restart their practice.
- The course is self-study, so you can start at any time. though it is advised to do the course over the 8 week schedule as it is laid out for you.
Try a sample guided meditation
Price: €97
When you click the button below you'll be asked to set up an account, this is just your username and password so keep note of these to access your course.
When you click the button below you'll be asked to set up an account, this is just your username and password so keep note of these to access your course.
If you have any questions about the course, please contact me at claireshannontherapy@gmail.com
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Wednesday: 11am - 7:30pm Thursday: 11am - 7:30pm Friday: 10am - 6pm Email: claireshannontherapy@gmail.comTel: 089 208 7678
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