Mindfulness for You
Accredited 8-week mindfulness courses, one-to-one or part of a group
The Power of Mindfulness
Learning to experience the present moment
Mindfulness is a way of living that cultivates present-moment awareness. It encourages us to focus our attention on what’s happening right now, without judgment or getting caught up in past regrets or future anxieties.
Mindfulness practice emphasises acceptance. We allow life to unfold naturally, without clinging to desired experiences or pushing away unpleasant ones. This openness allows us to experience the full spectrum of life, both positive and negative, without filtering it through judgment.
How Can Mindfulness Help Me?
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Clears your head and sharpens focus
If you often feel mentally fuzzy, mindfulness can help. It's like a mental decluttering that can improve your ability to focus and help you perceive things more clearly, leading to greater mental sharpness.
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Boosts your immune System and improves heart health
Not only is mindfulness good for your mind, but it also gives your body a boost! It can strengthen your immune system and even improve your heart health, especially for those at risk of high blood pressure.
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Gives you more control over your life
Mindfulness helps you become more aware of your inner world, giving you a greater sense of autonomy and control over your thoughts, feelings, and ultimately, your overall well-being. It helps you feel more in charge.
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Helps prevent depression from returning and eases chronic pain
Mindfulness is a powerful tool that can help keep depression from returning and significantly reduce long-lasting pain. People dealing with chronic pain have even found lasting relief, improving their quality of life for years.
“The little things? The little moments? They aren’t little.”
— Jon Kabat-Zinn
From ancient wisdom to modern applications
While mindfulness has roots in Buddhist traditions, it has gained popularity in secular contexts thanks to the work of Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 1970s. Supported by scientific research, mindfulness is now used to address various physical and emotional conditions, including stress, depression, pain, and trauma.
Meditation, movement, and mindset
Mindfulness can be practiced formally through dedicated meditation sessions, either guided or self-directed. Informal practice integrates mindfulness into daily activities, such as eating, walking or listening to another with focused attention on the present moment.
Mindfulness goes beyond techniques. It cultivates specific attitudes that enhance the practice. These include non-judgment, trust, patience, a beginner’s mind, non-striving, letting go, and acceptance. Additionally, gratitude and generosity are often included as beneficial attitudes.
The 8-week course
The course I deliver is designed to build emotional resilience and reduce stress, anxiety and physical and emotional pain. To create some peace and space. Combining two evidence-based techniques: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, the course brings together traditional practices of meditation, gentle movement and storytelling, with scientific insight into neuroplasticity.
The intention is for it to be fully inclusive where all participants are driving their own experience. I will guide you through the fundamentals of mindfulness, equipping you to build a personalised practice for lasting well-being.
Client Reviews
“Ruth guided us towards recognising the power of feeling emotions that may be lurking under the surface, and embracing the healing force of silence. I totally recommend this experience to all.”
Bridget ~ 8-week course participant“The course I attended provided by Ruth Hussey, Corsham Counselling, was excellent. Friendly, professional and calming. I now have all the tools. Thank you.”
Julie ~ 8-week course participant“Thank you again Ruth for a really compassionate—there’s that word again!—and thought-provoking course. I loved it.”
Anon ~ 8-week course participantReady to explore the power of mindfulness?
If you’re interested in cultivating present-moment awareness and reducing stress, anxiety, or other challenges, I can help. Whether you’re an individual, a member of a group or workplace, I can bring the relief of mindfulness to you.
