Have A Different, Better Experience of Life!

Have A Different,

Better

Experience

Of Life!

practical mindfulness

Have A Different, Better Experience of Life!

Success can be defined in many different ways. For many people, just having enough money will do it. Some prefer to measure it in terms of the scale of contribution they make, or the quality of relationships they maintain. Others want to search inside, to find meaning, or their true expression. Whatever your question is, whatever you want your life to be about, life coaching can put you on the path.

“Wherever you are is the entry point.” — Kabir

“Wherever you are is the entry point.” — Kabir

What is Mindfulness?

MINDFULNESS IS about so much more than paying attention while eating raisins and walking. It is the salt in the mix of any personal development journey. It enriches and enlivens anything else you might learn or experience. It provides a path to personal mastery.

Mindfulness can bring you the following benefits:

  • Gain an understanding of your own mind and its habits;
  • Learn a simple method to focus your attention in a relaxed manner;
  • Learn to read situations accurately and make clear decisions based on what matters;
  • Find the clarity and confidence to remain calm no matter what’s going on around you;
  • Develop the time and space to think clearly, even when under pressure.

What is the reason for your interest in mindfulness?

At the core of mindfulness is a meditation practice. Science has shown that meditation is not only about relaxing in the moment in order to reduce stress or perform better; practised regularly over an extended period, it has a positive and lasting effect on outer personality traits.

So if you just use mindfulness to learn a meditation, then, as long as you keep practising, you’ll be doing a lot for yourself.

Most people find meditation difficult because they try too hard to stop their thinking and still their minds. Mindfulness meditations show you that neither is necessary and, in fact, the less you try, the better.

Mindfulness has tremendous, proven benefits in helping people to deal more effectively with stress, reduce anxiety and regulate emotions.

The “state effect” is the short-term benefit (eg. feeling more relaxed, present, etc) that one gets directly after sitting down to meditate. This doesn’t necessarily last and requires a repeat of the practice. The “trait effect” is the lasting effect one gets from consistent, long-term practice. Scientific studies have shown that when distractions are introduced, long-term meditators are less effected, and take less time, or no time, to recover.

The consistent practice of a mindfulness meditation can lead, long-term, to “trait effects”, which means a lasting and stable capacity to remain calm under pressure and be less emotionally reactive.

Taken to its logical conclusion and expanded into all its possibilities, mindfulness is a path to personal mastery.

The three key elements of mindfulness are: awareness (being aware of the present moment, and also of one’s own state or level of reactivity in that moment); being non-judgemental (developing the notion that everything is as it should be and letting go of strong judgements and preferences); being non-reactive (being less emotionally reactive and therefore able to respond appropriately in the moment).

The three key elements listed above are the three stages that anyone goes through during any process of self-development, both at a micro and at a macro level, and so they can be extrapolated into any and every context that humans find themselves in. Therefore, mastering these means mastering one’s self.

What is Mindfulness?

MINDFULNESS IS about so much more than paying attention while eating raisins and walking. It is the salt in the mix of any personal development journey. It enriches and enlivens anything else you might learn or experience. It provides a path to personal mastery.

Mindfulness can bring you the following benefits:

  • Gain an understanding of your own mind and its habits;
  • Learn a simple method to focus your attention in a relaxed manner;
  • Learn to read situations accurately and make clear decisions based on what matters;
  • Find the clarity and confidence to remain calm no matter what’s going on around you;
  • Develop the time and space to think clearly, even when under pressure.

What is the reason for your interest in mindfulness?

At the core of mindfulness is a meditation practice. Science has shown that meditation is not only about relaxing in the moment in order to reduce stress or perform better; practised regularly over an extended period, it has a positive and lasting effect on outer personality traits.

So if you just use mindfulness to learn a meditation, then, as long as you keep practising, you’ll be doing a lot for yourself.

Most people find meditation difficult because they try too hard to stop their thinking and still their minds. Mindfulness meditations show you that neither is necessary and, in fact, the less you try, the better.

Mindfulness has tremendous, proven benefits in helping people to deal more effectively with stress, reduce anxiety and regulate emotions.

The “state effect” is the short-term benefit (eg. feeling more relaxed, present, etc) that one gets directly after sitting down to meditate. This doesn’t necessarily last and requires a repeat of the practice. The “trait effect” is the lasting effect one gets from consistent, long-term practice. Scientific studies have shown that when distractions are introduced, long-term meditators are less effected, and take less time, or no time, to recover.

The consistent practice of a mindfulness meditation can lead, long-term, to “trait effects”, which means a lasting and stable capacity to remain calm under pressure and be less emotionally reactive.

Taken to its logical conclusion and expanded into all its possibilities, mindfulness is a path to personal mastery.

The three key elements of mindfulness are: awareness (being aware of the present moment, and also of one’s own state or level of reactivity in that moment); being non-judgemental (developing the notion that everything is as it should be and letting go of strong judgements and preferences); being non-reactive (being less emotionally reactive and therefore able to respond appropriately in the moment).

The three key elements listed above are the three stages that anyone goes through during any process of self-development, both at a micro and at a macro level, and so they can be extrapolated into any and every context that humans find themselves in. Therefore, mastering these means mastering one’s self.

Use mindfulness to develop mental strength!

Use mindfulness to develop mental strength!

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Practical Mindfulness Program

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Practical Mindfulness Program

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Practical Mindfulness Program

Outcomes

What you can expect to gain

  • Being able to recognize and change disempowering internal beliefs;

  • The awareness to instantly redirect negative thoughts, moods, emotions;

  • The strength to change destructive and unwanted habits;

  • The ability to accurately observe and gain insights into yourself (without unnecessary self-analysis);

  • A sense of knowing who you are, what you deserve, and how to get there;

  • The power to express yourself in the world and demonstrate the results that you feel you deserve.

Benefits

What this can do for your life

  • Improved moods and energy;

  • Clarity of purpose and decisiveness;

  • Being firm, and being flexible;

  • Confidence in the future;

  • Inspiring and influencing others;

  • Improved relationships;

  • Getting off your butt and not procrastinating;

  • Actually achieving goals that you set yourself;

  • A broader view of how the world works;

  • General sense of well-being and happiness.

Outcomes

What you can expect to gain

  • Being able to recognize and change disempowering internal beliefs;

  • The awareness to instantly redirect negative thoughts, moods, emotions;

  • The strength to change destructive and unwanted habits;

  • The ability to accurately observe and gain insights into yourself (without unnecessary self-analysis);

  • A sense of knowing who you are, what you deserve, and how to get there;

  • The power to express yourself in the world and demonstrate the results that you feel you deserve.

Benefits

What this can do for your life

  • Improved moods and energy;

  • Clarity of purpose and decisiveness;

  • Being firm, and being flexible;

  • Confidence in the future;

  • Inspiring and influencing others;

  • Improved relationships;

  • Getting off your butt and not procrastinating;

  • Actually achieving goals that you set yourself;

  • A broader view of how the world works;

  • General sense of well-being and happiness.

Outcomes

What you can expect to gain

  • Being able to recognize and change disempowering internal beliefs;

  • The awareness to instantly redirect negative thoughts, moods, emotions;

  • The strength to change destructive and unwanted habits;

  • The ability to accurately observe and gain insights into yourself (without unnecessary self-analysis);

  • A sense of knowing who you are, what you deserve, and how to get there;

  • The power to express yourself in the world and demonstrate the results that you feel you deserve.

Benefits

What this can do for your life

  • Improved moods and energy;

  • Clarity of purpose and decisiveness;

  • Being firm, and being flexible;

  • Confidence in the future;

  • Inspiring and influencing others;

  • Improved relationships;

  • Getting off your butt and not procrastinating;

  • Actually achieving goals that you set yourself;

  • A broader view of how the world works;

  • General sense of well-being and happiness.

How is the Practical Mindfulness program structured?

The program consists of six modules. The first module is an introduction—or refresher—and the remaining five are all about how to apply what you learn in Module 1.

How is the Practical Mindfulness program structured?

The program consists of six modules. The first module is an introduction—or refresher—and the remaining five are all about how to apply what you learn in Module 1.

How is the Practical Mindfulness program structured?

The program consists of six modules. The first module is an introduction—or refresher—and the remaining five are all about how to apply what you learn in Module 1.

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Co-Founders

neil bierbaum

Neil Bierbaum “I trained in Consciousness Coaching and I have practised and taught meditation for more than 20 years – including vipassana meditation for the last 10 years. When I looked at mindfulness, I saw that it dovetailed perfectly with everything I was teaching, and that it could be so much more than it was. I have seen how many of my clients are looking to manage the enormous stress and increasing complexity in their work and personal lives and make sure they achieve their potential in an uncertain world, and I saw the opportunity for mindfulness to address this in a comprehensive way. I also learned that mindfulness had been adopted by the evidence-based behaviourist school of psychology, and so teamed up with leading Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) specialist Dr Colinda Linde to develop the Practical Mindfulness program.”

Dr Colinda Linde “I have been a clinical psychologist since 1993 and I am the current chairperson of the South African Depression & Anxiety Group (SADAG). I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorders (panic, social phobia), and work extensively in the areas of stress management, work-life balance, sleep issues, assertion and mindfulness. I also practise and teach meditation and founded the self-help CBT website thoughtsfirst.com. I first encountered mindfulness in Boston in the early 90s and was amazed that it should be so prevalent at the home of evidence-based behavioural psychology. Since then I have studied the volumes of scientific research, and witnessed first-hand in my own practice, how much mindfulness can enhance the impact of CBT on mood disorders, stress, emotion regulation and general functioning. Combining forces with Neil to create the Practical Mindfulness program was a no-brainer.”

hear from the

Co-Founders

neil bierbaum

Neil Bierbaum “I trained in Consciousness Coaching and I have practised and taught meditation for more than 20 years – including vipassana meditation for the last 10 years. When I looked at mindfulness, I saw that it dovetailed perfectly with everything I was teaching, and that it could be so much more than it was. I have seen how many of my clients are looking to manage the enormous stress and increasing complexity in their work and personal lives and make sure they achieve their potential in an uncertain world, and I saw the opportunity for mindfulness to address this in a comprehensive way. I also learned that mindfulness had been adopted by the evidence-based behaviourist school of psychology, and so teamed up with leading Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) specialist Dr Colinda Linde to develop the Practical Mindfulness program.”

Dr Colinda Linde “I have been a clinical psychologist since 1993 and I am the current chairperson of the South African Depression & Anxiety Group (SADAG). I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorders (panic, social phobia), and work extensively in the areas of stress management, work-life balance, sleep issues, assertion and mindfulness. I also practise and teach meditation and founded the self-help CBT website thoughtsfirst.com. I first encountered mindfulness in Boston in the early 90s and was amazed that it should be so prevalent at the home of evidence-based behavioural psychology. Since then I have studied the volumes of scientific research, and witnessed first-hand in my own practice, how much mindfulness can enhance the impact of CBT on mood disorders, stress, emotion regulation and general functioning. Combining forces with Neil to create the Practical Mindfulness program was a no-brainer.”

hear from the

Co-Founders

neil bierbaum

Neil Bierbaum “I trained in Consciousness Coaching and I have practised and taught meditation for more than 20 years – including vipassana meditation for the last 10 years. When I looked at mindfulness, I saw that it dovetailed perfectly with everything I was teaching, and that it could be so much more than it was. I have seen how many of my clients are looking to manage the enormous stress and increasing complexity in their work and personal lives and make sure they achieve their potential in an uncertain world, and I saw the opportunity for mindfulness to address this in a comprehensive way. I also learned that mindfulness had been adopted by the evidence-based behaviourist school of psychology, and so teamed up with leading Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) specialist Dr Colinda Linde to develop the Practical Mindfulness program.”

Dr Colinda Linde “I have been a clinical psychologist since 1993 and I am the current chairperson of the South African Depression & Anxiety Group (SADAG). I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for anxiety disorders (panic, social phobia), and work extensively in the areas of stress management, work-life balance, sleep issues, assertion and mindfulness. I also practise and teach meditation and founded the self-help CBT website thoughtsfirst.com. I first encountered mindfulness in Boston in the early 90s and was amazed that it should be so prevalent at the home of evidence-based behavioural psychology. Since then I have studied the volumes of scientific research, and witnessed first-hand in my own practice, how much mindfulness can enhance the impact of CBT on mood disorders, stress, emotion regulation and general functioning. Combining forces with Neil to create the Practical Mindfulness program was a no-brainer.”

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What People Have Said

“The clear & concise way the [Practical Mindfulness] workshop focused on the essential concepts of mindfulness and broke these down into manageable blocks made it worthwhile for me. It’s a ‘must’  for anyone wanting to understand and apply practical mindfulness in everyday life.” – Fiona

“Your [Practical Mindfulness] workshop equipped me with knowledge and skills that allow me to be present with more clarity, understanding, and regularity. The course was interactive, logical and very inspiring.” – Resia

“I found the [Practical Mindfulness] workshop beneficial and particularly enjoyed the practical focus in a group setting. I have been trying to incorporate more mindfulness on a daily basis for a while now and found that the workshop really helped to both solidify aspects I’d learned and clarified the areas I was vague about.” – Claire

What People Have Said

“The clear & concise way the [Practical Mindfulness] workshop focused on the essential concepts of mindfulness and broke these down into manageable blocks made it worthwhile for me. It’s a ‘must’  for anyone wanting to understand and apply practical mindfulness in everyday life.” – Fiona

“Your [Practical Mindfulness] workshop equipped me with knowledge and skills that allow me to be present with more clarity, understanding, and regularity. The course was interactive, logical and very inspiring.” – Resia

“I found the [Practical Mindfulness] workshop beneficial and particularly enjoyed the practical focus in a group setting. I have been trying to incorporate more mindfulness on a daily basis for a while now and found that the workshop really helped to both solidify aspects I’d learned and clarified the areas I was vague about.” – Claire

What People Have Said

“The clear & concise way the [Practical Mindfulness] workshop focused on the essential concepts of mindfulness and broke these down into manageable blocks made it worthwhile for me. It’s a ‘must’  for anyone wanting to understand and apply practical mindfulness in everyday life.” – Fiona

“Your [Practical Mindfulness] workshop equipped me with knowledge and skills that allow me to be present with more clarity, understanding, and regularity. The course was interactive, logical and very inspiring.” – Resia

“I found the [Practical Mindfulness] workshop beneficial and particularly enjoyed the practical focus in a group setting. I have been trying to incorporate more mindfulness on a daily basis for a while now and found that the workshop really helped to both solidify aspects I’d learned and clarified the areas I was vague about.” – Claire

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