Covid - 19
Now more than ever you need space and stillness.
Hello - with the unprecedented challenges and difficulties we are facing right now, it's important to take care of our mental health and wellbeing.
To that end I will be offering virtual classes through Zoom where we can meet regularly and meditate, feeling part of a like-hearted community who are all struggling with what's unfolding.
All classes, workshops and retreats have been cancelled or postponed until the way forward seems a little clearer.
The next Zoom sessions for the month of June will be:
To that end I will be offering virtual classes through Zoom where we can meet regularly and meditate, feeling part of a like-hearted community who are all struggling with what's unfolding.
All classes, workshops and retreats have been cancelled or postponed until the way forward seems a little clearer.
The next Zoom sessions for the month of June will be:
- Thursday 4th June 6.30pm - 7.15pm
- Wednesday 10th June 6.30 - 7.15pm.
- Wednesday 17th June 6.30 - 7.15pm
- Wednesday 24th June 6.30 - 7.15pm
- Download the Zoom app onto your lap top, computer or mobile devise
- Add this Id to join the meeting: 860-483-4204
- You will then be asked for a password (this is new) : Spacious
- New participants who are not on my email list will be asked to initially have their video on so I can welcome you. You can then turn off your video if you choose to for the remained of the session.
I look forward to sitting with you - virtually!
Everyone is very welcome and if you feel able to make a small donation that is much appreciated.
I know that for some of you, the financial future may be uncertain or very bleak. If that is the case you are not expected to make any donation but you are very welcome to take part with no judgments.
Your participation is of far more value.
I know that for some of you, the financial future may be uncertain or very bleak. If that is the case you are not expected to make any donation but you are very welcome to take part with no judgments.
Your participation is of far more value.
Which button do I click now...?
I am learning more and more about Zoom as I do these sessions, what works and what doesn't and how best to make the meditation experience a rich one.
When you click on the ID and password you will be taken to a waiting room and I will 'let you in'. This is to ensure that we have people coming who genuinely want to take part.
Your video will be turned on but audio will be off. With the video on you can see who else is in the session, with the audio off it stops us being distracted by any external noises.
All new participants who would like to join via this website will be asked to join with their video on, initially, so I can welcome you to the group. You can then turn off your video for the remainder of the session if you wish.
I will give us all 5 mins at the beginning to play around with what functions and features you can use, eg the chat feature and the format of the screen that suits you best.
At the end I will unmute everyone and we can have a chat - but you don't have to join in if you don't want to! You can simply leave the meeting.
Thank you
When you click on the ID and password you will be taken to a waiting room and I will 'let you in'. This is to ensure that we have people coming who genuinely want to take part.
Your video will be turned on but audio will be off. With the video on you can see who else is in the session, with the audio off it stops us being distracted by any external noises.
All new participants who would like to join via this website will be asked to join with their video on, initially, so I can welcome you to the group. You can then turn off your video for the remainder of the session if you wish.
I will give us all 5 mins at the beginning to play around with what functions and features you can use, eg the chat feature and the format of the screen that suits you best.
At the end I will unmute everyone and we can have a chat - but you don't have to join in if you don't want to! You can simply leave the meeting.
Thank you
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Mindfulness and Meditation is fast becoming the healthy and manageable way to combat many of the stresses and strains of everyday life. Many people today complain of being stressed out by work and difficult relationships. They are over anxious, lacking in vibrancy and often over whelmed by the challenges of life.
The ancient discipline of Meditation and Mindfulness practice has shown to have a remarkable effect in reducing stress; opening us up to joy and wisdom and improving our relationship with ourselves and others. Health practitioners are turning to Meditation and Mindfulness practice instead of the usual dependency on drugs to reduce stress and anxiety. A daily practice, building up to 20 minutes of meditation a day, for 8 weeks will make a significant difference. And the great thing is, with a little guidance and support, anyone can do it. I offer a range of different meditation experiences in and around the Cheltenham area, from weekly classes, monthly sessions, day and weekend retreats or simple one to ones. There is bound to be something to suit you. Please take the time to browse this site and decide for yourself if meditation and mindfulness is for you. |
Current classes
There are regular classes you can attend in Cheltenham, courses, one off workshops and one to one sessions if you prefer. Something to suit all tastes and needs. |
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Did you know...I regularly teach meditation and mindfulness to the female inmates of Eastwood Park prison near Dursley.
The sessions are sometimes two 45 min sessions with two different groups or an hour long session depending on the needs of the inmates on the day. The work is challenging but very rewarding. A lot of the women have experienced domestic abuse and are being detoxed from alcohol or drug addiction. So concentration is difficult for them as is feeling relaxed enough to close their eyes. I've learnt so much from the experience and it's really helped my teaching. I remember during my first session trying to do a 20 minute meditation which clearly was not appropriate! Now I do a variety of 5/10 minute meditations and we talk a lot about making wise and skilful choices in their lives. I do this work through the Isbourne's Outreach work which takes a range of holistic and complementary therapies into Eastwood park with the aim to help reduce re offending and to offer something different to the inmates. |
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"Kathryn has been a kind and gentle guide during my discovery of meditation. You can do a lot of work by yourself, using books and CDs, but it is so helpful to have someone to refer to, who can answer questions and give guidance. Best of all, she knows that ‘stuff happens’ and is always supportive and understanding." Kate