Morning of mindfulness and positive psychology in the Midlands
A practical half-day course on how to manage and reduce stress, anxiety and worry using mindfulness and positive psychology will take place in Tullamore on Saturday, November 4 next.
The course will be presented by the Tullamore-based chartered clinical psychologists Imelda Ferguson and Julie O'Flaherty.
Ms Ferguson said: “In this half-day course we will explore some of the well-researched methods from positive psychology and mindfulness which are proven to be powerful tools in tackling stress, anxiety and worry. This course will be a blend of theory and practice of relaxation skills and mindful meditation.”
Ms O'Flaherty commented: “We hope it will be both a relaxing and useful experience for participants. The course is suitable for everyone, no previous experience is required.”
During the morning, the question of why we experience stress, anxiety and worry will be tackled, with a presentation on the physiology and getting basic self-care right. Course participants will learn progressive muscular relaxation, a technique for relaxing deeply.
Also, the question will be asked: what is mindfulness? The course facilitators will explain how the principles, attitudes and practices of mindfulness can help reduce stress, anxiety and worry.
Recognising and reducing anxious thoughts and worry will be addressed and there will also be experiential meditation.
Finally, the role of mindful self-compassion will be outlined.
The Morning of Mindfulness and Positive Psychology for Stress, Anxiety and Worry Management will take place on Saturday, November 4 next from 9.30am to 1.30pm in the Central Hotel, Main Street, Tullamore (opposite Lidl).
Course facilitators Imelda Ferguson and Julie O’Flaherty are chartered clinical psychologists with extensive experience in the adult mental health field. They run the Mind Your Self Midlands positive psychology service which hosts courses throughout the year in the community and corporate sectors.
The cost of participation in the Morning of Mindfulness and Positive Psychology for Stress, Anxiety and Worry Management is €120 but there is an early bird fee of €100 when paid in full by October 27. The fee includes course materials, tea/coffee and hotel parking.
For further Information or to book a place, contact Imelda on 087 2271630 or Julie on 087 2399328 or send a private message on the Facebook page: Mind Your Self Midlands.