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SUMMARY:Mindfulness teacher training information session
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are interested in teaching Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy\, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction or adapted mindfulness-based interventions\, this session will provide all you need to know about training with us.    \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe session will be led by one of the Sussex Mindfulness Centre’s lead teachers. It will include a short presentation\, and you will have the opportunity to get your questions answered.      \n\n\n\nBook your place\n\n\n\nBook your place by emailing smc@spft.nhs.uk\, with Teacher Training Information Session in the Subject and you will be sent a joining link.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-teacher-training-information-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Train to Teach
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UID:10001773-1698325200-1698328800@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness teacher training information session
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are interested in teaching Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy\, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction or adapted mindfulness-based interventions\, this session will provide all you need to know about training with us.    \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe session will be led by one of the Sussex Mindfulness Centre’s lead teachers. It will include a short presentation\, and you will have the opportunity to get your questions answered.      \n\n\n\nBook your place\n\n\n\nBook your place by emailing smc@spft.nhs.uk\, with Teacher Training Information Session in the Subject and you will be sent a joining link.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-teacher-training-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Train to Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231024T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230718T142224Z
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SUMMARY:Free workplace mindfulness taster
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering a mindfulness programme in your workplace? Join our free online taster session. This one-hour taster session will introduce you to the benefits of supporting staff to practice mindfulness. Benefits include improved wellbeing and ability to manage stress\, leading to less absenteeism and greater productivity.  \n\n\n\nBrief overview  \n\n\n\nThe session will cover the benefits such as heightened emotional intelligence and greater self-management which improves relationships with colleagues\, and decreases conflict in the workplace. You will also be given the opportunity to sample key mindfulness practices and find out about the mindfulness in the workplace training programmes that we offer. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/free-workplace-mindfulness-taster-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workplace
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230718T121213Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course: Wednesday evenings
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques to help reduce depression. There is increasing evidence that shows MBCT could be effective for other mental health issues and to improve wellbeing and resilience.  \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nThe eight-week course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts\, emotions\, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce depression and anxiety. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) was designed specifically to help people who experience repeated episodes of depression to prevent relapse. MBCT is now recognised as an effective treatment for existing mild to moderate depression (not just to prevent relapse) and also helps improve wellbeing and resilience. Find out more about Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy here. \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo-hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nWednesday evenings 6-8pm starting 18 October to 13 December 2023. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nNicky Mouat \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here indicating the dates you can attend in order of preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course-wednesday-evenings/
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231010T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231010T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230718T121051Z
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UID:10001675-1696930200-1696937400@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course: Tuesday mornings
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques to help reduce depression. There is increasing evidence that shows MBCT could be effective for other mental health issues and to improve wellbeing and resilience.  \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nThe eight-week course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts\, emotions\, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce depression and anxiety. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) was designed specifically to help people who experience repeated episodes of depression to prevent relapse. MBCT is now recognised as an effective treatment for existing mild to moderate depression (not just to prevent relapse) and also helps improve wellbeing and resilience. Find out more about Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy here. \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo-hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nTuesday mornings 9.30-11.30pm starting 10 October to 12 December 2023 (no session on 7 November) \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nKate Gooch \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here indicating the dates you can attend in order of preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course-tuesday-mornings/
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231009T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course: Monday evenings
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques to help reduce depression. There is increasing evidence that shows MBCT could be effective for other mental health issues and to improve wellbeing and resilience.  \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nThe eight-week course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts\, emotions\, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce depression and anxiety. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) was designed specifically to help people who experience repeated episodes of depression to prevent relapse. MBCT is now recognised as an effective treatment for existing mild to moderate depression (not just to prevent relapse) and also helps improve wellbeing and resilience. Find out more about Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy here. \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo-hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nMonday evenings 6-8pm starting 9 October to 4 December 2023. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nRuth Sequeira \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here indicating the dates you can attend in order of preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course-monday-evenings/
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231003T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230914T144232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T144917Z
UID:10001772-1696356000-1696359600@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness teacher training information session
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are interested in teaching Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy\, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction or adapted mindfulness-based interventions\, this session will provide all you need to know about training with us.    \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe session will be led by one of the Sussex Mindfulness Centre’s lead teachers. It will include a short presentation\, and you will have the opportunity to get your questions answered.      \n\n\n\nBook your place\n\n\n\nBook your place by emailing smc@spft.nhs.uk\, with Teacher Training Information Session in the Subject and you will be sent a joining link.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-teacher-training-information-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Train to Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231003T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230718T120717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T160850Z
UID:10001672-1696354200-1696363200@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course: Tuesday evenings
DESCRIPTION:The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programme is the eight-week mindfulness course developed by Jon Kabat Zinn\, taught all over the world\, and scientifically proven to help people cope better with stress\, depression and anxiety. \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nThrough guided meditations\, group dialogue\, individually tailored instructions and home assignments\, you will learn the essential principles of mindfulness and techniques to build your personal home practice and access the wide-ranging benefits well beyond the course. \n\n\n\nThe key learning points include: \n\n\n\n\nA variety of formal and informal mindfulness meditation practices\, which involve using the breath and body as a focus for being aware of our experience in the present moment;\n\n\n\nUnderstanding the physiology of stress and how to self-regulate our moods\, so that we are better able to pause in challenging situations and manage our responses more effectively;\n\n\n\nRecognising the patterns of worrying and self-criticism that often generate more stress.\n\n\n\nLearning to relate to ourselves with a more accepting and kind stance.\n\n\n\nBuilding more mindful\, and thus meaningful\, communication\, connections and relationships.\n\n\n\nDeveloping practical self-care tools to help us thrive\, perform at our best\, and build resilience.\n\n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo and a half hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly\, two and a half hour classes\, including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nOne day-long silent retreat\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nTuesday evenings 5.30-8.00pm starting 3 October to 28 November 2023. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nTaravajra \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here indicating the dates you can attend in order of preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course-tuesday-evenings/
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231002T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230718T120456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T090658Z
UID:10001630-1696258800-1696266000@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course: Monday afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques to help reduce depression. There is increasing evidence that shows MBCT could be effective for other mental health issues and to improve wellbeing and resilience.  \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nThe eight-week course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts\, emotions\, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce depression and anxiety. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) was designed specifically to help people who experience repeated episodes of depression to prevent relapse. MBCT is now recognised as an effective treatment for existing mild to moderate depression (not just to prevent relapse) and also helps improve wellbeing and resilience. Find out more about Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy here. \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo-hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nMonday afternoons 3-5pm starting 2 October to 27 November 2023. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nTaravajra \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here indicating the dates you can attend in order of preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course-monday-afternoons/
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231002T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230725T154909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T104500Z
UID:10001686-1696257000-1696266000@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion eight-weeks: Monday afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Compassion teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to challenges and difficult emotions with care and understanding. \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nResearch has shown that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional wellbeing. It boosts happiness\, reduces anxiety and depression\, and can even help maintain healthy lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise. Being both mindful and compassionate leads to greater ease and well-being in our daily lives. Find out more about the Mindful Self-Compassion course here.  \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo and a half hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you.\n\n\n\nEight further weekly two and a half hour classes including mindful self-compassion practices\, discussion and exercises.\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes.\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nMonday afternoons 14.30 to 17.00 starting 2 October to 27 November 2023. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nBrighton Community Mental Health Centre \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nRobert Marx and Catherine Cameron \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here and identify the Mindful Self-Compassion course as your preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindful-self-compassion-course-monday-afternoons/
LOCATION:East Brighton Community Mental Health Centre\, Pankhurst Avenue\, Brighton\, BN2 3EW
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230928T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230928T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230522T155125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T124943Z
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SUMMARY:Compassion Cultivation Training course - Thursday evenings
DESCRIPTION:Compassion Cultivation Training is an eight-week course designed at Stanford University in 2009\, by Thupten Jinpa\, Ph.D\, with contributions from the faculty.  \n\n\n\nThe Sussex Mindfulness Centre is hosting this training in Brighton in collaboration with the Compassion Institute.  \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nAn eight-week course for the general public\, it draws on insights and techniques from psychology\, neuroscience\, and contemplative practice. The course integrates evidence-based meditation techniques\, interactive discussions and lectures as well as real-world exercises to put learning into practice.  \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nWeekly two-hour class including lecture\, discussion\, and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice\n\n\n\nReal-world assignments for practicing compassionate thoughts and actions\n\n\n\n\nThis course is taught worldwide and offers practical skills\, tools and knowledge. As a graduate\, you establish the habit of relating to yourself\, others and the world around you from a place of greater understanding\, joy and purpose. \n\n\n\nIt is designed to cultivate the inherent quality of compassion that we as humans all have\, so that it becomes the default stance from which we live and respond in daily life. Compassion for oneself and others is strengthened. Each class includes didactic\, pair/group exercises and contemplative practice. \n\n\n\nThe course integrates evidence-based meditation techniques\, interactive discussions and lectures\, as well as real-world exercises to put learning into practice. \n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nThursday evenings 6.30-8.30pm starting 28 September 2023. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nBrighton Friends Meeting House\, Ship St\, Brighton BN1 1AF. \n\n\n\nMore details\n\n\n\nLearning objectives\n\n\n\nParticipants will: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the basic components of mindful awareness\n\n\n\nDescribe the key components of compassion\n\n\n\nApply the practice of setting intentions\n\n\n\nDescribe the dimensions of loving-kindness\n\n\n\nExplain the value of self-compassion\n\n\n\nApply learned compassion skills in everyday and professional life\n\n\n\nApply learned self-compassion skills in everyday and professional life\n\n\n\nDifferentiate between empathy\, compassion\, and empathic distress\n\n\n\nDescribe the key components of common humanity\n\n\n\nDescribe how to establish a daily practice\n\n\n\n\nThe eight-week course includes the following themes: \n\n\n\nWeek 1 Settling and focusing the mindTheme: Settling the mind and becoming more aware \n\n\n\nWeek 2 Loving-kindness and compassion for a loved oneTheme: Settling the mind and becoming more aware \n\n\n\nWeek 3 Compassion for oneself (part 1)Theme: Self-acceptance and being kinder to yourself \n\n\n\nWeek 4 Loving-kindness for oneself (part 2)Theme: Being a friend to yourself\, embracing your natural aspiration for happiness\, and practicing gratitude \n\n\n\nWeek 5 Embracing shared common humanity and developing appreciation of othersTheme: Cultivating a feeling of connection with others; appreciating the contribution of others to our lives \n\n\n\nWeek 6 Cultivating compassion for othersTheme: Broadening the circle of our compassion \n\n\n\nWeek 7 Active compassion practiceTheme: Making your compassion more embodied and active \n\n\n\nWeek 8 Integrated daily compassion cultivation practiceTheme: Integrating compassion into one’s life; merging all the previous steps into a single meditation practice \n\n\n\nThis course is taught worldwide and offers practical skills\, tools and knowledge. As a graduate\, you establish the habit of relating to yourself\, others and the world around you from a place of greater understanding\, joy and purpose. \n\n\n\nFacilitator – Emily Oliver\n\n\n\n\n“My work focuses on bringing people together to realise more compassionate\, creative and sustainable leadership\, cultures and systems. As well as designing and delivering compassion\, mindfulness and collective care courses for the NHS during the peak of the Covid pandemic and aftermath\, I have worked with educators\, students and a range of other purpose-driven organisations. My approach is informed by a masters in Sustainable Leadership and my work at not-for-profit BeyondText focusing on co-production\, mental health and health systems research. I am currently working on research projects with the UK National Health Service (NHS) and Lebanese National Mental Health Programme. My broad background spans working for the public sector and Fortune 500 Global companies\, to purpose-driven start-ups and comic artists.” \nCompassion Cultivation UK Trainer – Emily Oliver\n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nPlaces are limited so to guarantee a place please book early. The cost is £300.  \n\n\n\nWhat is the Cancellation Policy?\n\n\n\nIn the unlikely event that the event has to be cancelled by us\, we will offer an alternative event\, either face to face or online\, or a refund. Our liability is limited to crediting only our event fees\, and not any personal expenses you may have incurred.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/compassion-cultivation-training-course/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, Friends Meeting House\, Ship Street\, Brighton\, BN1 1AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Compassion,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230925T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230925T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230718T142107Z
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SUMMARY:Free workplace mindfulness taster
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering a mindfulness programme in your workplace? Join our free online taster session. This one-hour taster session will introduce you to the benefits of supporting staff to practice mindfulness. Benefits include improved wellbeing and ability to manage stress\, leading to less absenteeism and greater productivity.  \n\n\n\nBrief overview  \n\n\n\nThe session will cover the benefits such as heightened emotional intelligence and greater self-management which improves relationships with colleagues\, and decreases conflict in the workplace. You will also be given the opportunity to sample key mindfulness practices and find out about the mindfulness in the workplace training programmes that we offer. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/free-workplace-mindfulness-taster-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workplace
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230921T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230718T115535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T090739Z
UID:10001610-1695288600-1695295800@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course: Thursday mornings
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques to help reduce depression. There is increasing evidence that shows MBCT could be effective for other mental health issues and to improve wellbeing and resilience.  \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nThe eight-week course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts\, emotions\, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce depression and anxiety. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) was designed specifically to help people who experience repeated episodes of depression to prevent relapse. MBCT is now recognised as an effective treatment for existing mild to moderate depression (not just to prevent relapse) and also helps improve wellbeing and resilience. Find out more about Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy here. \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo-hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nThursday mornings 9.30-11.30pm starting 21 September 2023 to 23 November (no session on 28 September) \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nBridgette O’Neill \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here indicating the dates you can attend in order of preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course-2/
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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SUMMARY:Foundations of mindfulness five-day retreat
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URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/foundations-of-mindfulness-five-day-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Ammerdown Retreat Centre\, Ammerdown Retreat Centre\, Radstock\, Somerset\, BA3 5SW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230914T200000
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UID:10001687-1694714400-1694721600@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course: Thursday evenings
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in teaching mindfulness\, the Sussex Mindfulness Centre now offers the eight-week mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) course to the public\, as a first step in the training pathway. If you go on to train with us\, you will get the full £250 course fee deducted from your teacher training fees.   \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nMindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques to help reduce depression. There is increasing evidence that shows MBCT could be effective for other mental health issues and to improve wellbeing and resilience. \n\n\n\nThe eight-week course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts\, emotions\, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce depression and anxiety. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) was designed specifically to help people who experience repeated episodes of depression to prevent relapse. MBCT is now recognised as an effective treatment for existing mild to moderate depression (not just to prevent relapse) and also helps improve wellbeing and resilience. Find out more about Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy here. \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo-hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nThursday evenings 18.00 to 20.00 UK time\, starting 14 September (with an orientation session) to 15 November 2023 (no session on 12 October). \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nNicky Mouat \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nPlease apply by filling in this application form. You can also pay for the course by clicking the link below.  \n\n\n\nBook your ticket here
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course-thursday-evenings/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Course,Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy,Train to Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230914T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230914T200000
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UID:10000028-1694714400-1694721600@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course: Thursday evenings
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques to help reduce depression. There is increasing evidence that shows MBCT could be effective for other mental health issues and to improve wellbeing and resilience.  \n\n\n\nOverview​\n\n\n\nThe eight-week course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts\, emotions\, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce depression and anxiety. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) was designed specifically to help people who experience repeated episodes of depression to prevent relapse. MBCT is now recognised as an effective treatment for existing mild to moderate depression (not just to prevent relapse) and also helps improve wellbeing and resilience. Find out more about Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy here. \n\n\n\nThe format of the course?\n\n\n\n\nTwo-hour orientation session at the start to help you decide if the course is right for you\n\n\n\nEight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices\, discussion and exercises\n\n\n\nDaily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes\n\n\n\n\nWhen? \n\n\n\nThursday evenings 6.00-8.00pm starting 14 September 2023 to 16 November (no session on 28 September) \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.  \n\n\n\nFacilitator \n\n\n\nFergal Jones \n\n\n\nHow to book\n\n\n\nFill in the application form here indicating the dates you can attend in order of preference.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course/
CATEGORIES:Course,SPFT staff only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230908T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230509T155824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T092607Z
UID:10000004-1694165400-1694190600@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Buddhist foundations of mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:Even though many of us deliver entirely secular mindfulness programmes\, many of the ideas in contemporary mindfulness-based programmes make more sense when we understand their origins and intentions.  \n\n\n\nCo-author of Mindfulness: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Psychology\, Christina Feldman is one of the few experts who can help us understand the connections between the two worlds.  \n\n\n\nWho is this for?\n\n\n\nThis masterclass is suitable for anyone involved in teaching\, or training to teach\, mindfulness; or anyone with a particular interest in the Buddhist underpinnings of mindfulness practice. \n\n\n\nThe facilitator\n\n\n\nChristina Feldman is a leader in the field of mindfulness and Buddhist teachings. A well-known author in this field\, she is one of the few people who can make this bridge. We are delighted to welcome her back again to run this event. \n\n\n\nChristina is a co-founder of Gaia House. She has been leading Insight Meditation retreats worldwide since 1976. She is a Guiding Teacher of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre\, Massachusetts. She is the author of a number of books including ‘Woman Awake’\, ‘Way of Meditation’\, and co-author of ‘Soul Food’. Recent books include ‘Silence’\, ‘The Buddhist Path to Simplicity’ and ‘The Boundless Heart’. Christina is the co-founder of Bodhi College and she teaches on several modules on the MBCT postgraduate training at Exeter University. Her contribution focuses upon the Buddhist psychological foundations that underpin mindfulness-based interventions. She is a contributing faculty teacher at Njimegen University in the Netherlands; she leads retreats internationally and is involved in the dialogue between classical Buddhist teachings and their application today through mindfulness-based interventions. \n\n\n\nCertificates\n\n\n\nCertificates of attendance will be emailed after the event.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/buddhist-foundations-of-mindfulness/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230724T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230724T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
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UID:10000027-1690221600-1690225200@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Free workplace mindfulness taster
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering a mindfulness programme in your workplace? Join our free online taster session. This one-hour taster session will introduce you to the benefits of supporting staff to practice mindfulness. Benefits include improved wellbeing and ability to manage stress\, leading to less absenteeism and greater productivity.  \n\n\n\nBrief overview  \n\n\n\nThe session will cover the benefits such as heightened emotional intelligence and greater self-management which improves relationships with colleagues\, and decreases conflict in the workplace. You will also be given the opportunity to sample key mindfulness practices and find out about the mindfulness in the workplace training programmes that we offer. \n\n\n\nWhere?\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/free-workplace-mindfulness-taster/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, Ship Street\, Brighton\, Sussex\, BN1 1AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workplace
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230703T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230703T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230615T124816Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher training information session
DESCRIPTION:Interested in applying to the Foundation in Mindfulness-Based Approaches (MBCT/MBSR) training? \n\n\n\nMeet the teachers and find out more at our teacher training information sessions. \n\n\n\nRegister to attend by emailing smc@spft.nhs.uk
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/teacher-training-information-session/2023-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Train to Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230701T160000
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SUMMARY:One day mindfulness retreat
DESCRIPTION:A one-day mindfulness retreat is an important part of the eight-week mindfulness course. It offers an opportunity to extend your practice\, within a supportive environment. \n\n\n\nThis day is right for you if you have attended an eight-week MBCT or MBSR course and are: \n\n\n\n\na current or previous Sussex Partnership service user\,\n\n\n\na current staff member\,\n\n\n\na Staff in Mind participant\,\n\n\n\na current Sussex Mindfulness Centre or MBCT in IAPT trainee\, or\n\n\n\nan alumni of a Sussex Mindfulness Centre training or of the MBCT in IAPT training.\n\n\n\n\nNo payment is required. In order to book a place and get venue details\, please email smc@spft.nhs.uk
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/one-day-mindfulness-retreat/
LOCATION:Sussex Education Centre\, Hove\, West Sussex\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230608T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230608T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
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SUMMARY:Compassion in Challenging Times with Dr Thupten Jinpa
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Compassion Institute we are delighted to host an online talk from Dr Thupten Jinpa on “Compassion in Challenging Times.”
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/compassion-in-challenging-times-with-dr-thupten-jinpa/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, Ship Street\, Brighton\, Sussex\, BN1 1AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Compassion
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230519T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T165420
CREATED:20230509T154804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T083156Z
UID:10000003-1684488600-1684515600@sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Safety and effectiveness day
DESCRIPTION:Drawing on clinical research and lived experience to work with trauma in mindfulness-based work\n\n\n\nLed by: Richard Gilpin\, Clara Strauss\, Robert Marx\, Michael Hales\, Julia Racster-Szostak and Georgie Higton \n\n\n\nThis one day online workshop will enable you to identify signs of trauma in your participants and provide practical ways to help them manage it. It will help you to understand what challenges you may face\, and what adaptations you may need to make to your standard mindfulness sessions to help support people with trauma histories. We approach this from different perspectives: clinicians working in the field of trauma\, researchers discussing the evidence base for what we know is effective\, and service users sharing their experience of what worked and what didn’t work.
URL:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/safety-and-effectiveness-day/
LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, Ship Street\, Brighton\, Sussex\, BN1 1AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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