Donation-based workshops hosted by Fiona McKechnie and supported by the Mindfulness Network Community Friends
Monthly sessions on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm (UK Time)
These workshops will be an opportunity to explore mindfulness and how it can support managing a fatiguing health condition.
Each session will include:
- Current thinking on post-viral and persistent fatigue and the basis of a mindfulness-based approach. This will be presented in an accessible way and while not a comprehensive review of the research, is informed by current research and best practice.
- A 20-minute practice and short practices.
- Breakout rooms to discuss with others.
- Time for questions but please note very personal or complex queries will not be able to be addressed in this forum.
- There will be a 10-minute break halfway through the 90-minute session, and other fatigue management principles will be practiced throughout.
- Part of each session will be recorded and will be available on the tiles at the bottom of this page.
Checking in and setting intentions
When you join a mindfulness group or workshop, it is important to be clear about why you want to do it, what you hope it will help, and what you already know. So we can help you best, knowing a bit more about you is really helpful, therefore please complete the check-in before registering on the Zoom link for each session. You will only have to complete the check-in once.
Tuesday, March 12th, 2024: Overview of fatigue and a mindfulness-based approach. Where can we begin?
Register here, you will then receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Tuesday, April 9th, 2024: Sleep and rest for the tired yet wired.
Register here, you will then receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Tuesday, May 14th, 2024: Managing the boom and bust through mindful activity management. "How can I take care of myself?"
Register here, you will then receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
A free substack publication has more information and is being added to regularly more information is here: https://www.mindfulnessforfatigue.org.uk/
Please note these sessions are information that we have found useful but are not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment, and any ideas you hear need to be considered if they are appropriate for yourself, and seek appropriate advice where necessary.
medical disclaimer
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Please feel free to email us at communityfriends@mindfulness-network.org to discuss any questions you may have about the group.
The Mindfulness Network is committed to safe practice and we have a Safeguarding Policy that sets out our duty of care to everyone who comes in to contact with the organisation. You can read about the policy here http://home.mindfulness-network.org/our-policies/
Mindfulness practices are suitable for most people, though there may be certain circumstances when it may be wiser not to practice formally. If you’re unsure about whether this is a good time to be coming along to this workshop, please contact us with your questions. You can also contact us if you notice that taking part in a session has caused any increase in either physical or emotional difficulties. We will talk through with you how you can practice safely and where you may be able to access further support.
The Mindfulness Network Terms and Conditions apply (though payment and cancellation policies are not relevant for freely offered Events) and the Mindfulness Network can not accept any liability for any injury, loss, or damage, suffered during or in relation to the event, however this may be caused.
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