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8-week course in Mindfulness for Health & Wellbeing This 8-week course is aimed specifically at promoting your overall health and wellbeing. We will cover some simple but surprisingly effective techniques drawn from the Zen tradition to help you manage your everyday life, deal with stress and pain, improve your concentration and focussing skills, and boost your general health and wellbeing. This course is suitable if you're looking for an introduction to mindfulness and meditation, and/or if you're looking for a way of dealing with stress-related problems, depression, fatigue, or pain. You don't need to have any previous meditation experience - only a keen desire or intention to know more about who you really are! Course starts Friday 19th January 19:00-21:00 @ ZenYoga Camberwell Continues every Friday until 9th March Optional (but highly recommended) 1-day retreat on Sat 24th February 11:00-16:00 Cost: ?230; includes all the course materials and recorded guided meditations for you to practice at home. 1-day retreat cost is ?40. Or take advantage of my special offer of 8-week course + day retreat for ?250. For more information and how to book, visit www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk

Led by Camberwell mindfulness teachers, Chris, Mark and Jo (who normally lead a mindfulness drop-in class at the ZenYoga studio on Camberwell Grove every Saturday at 10am), this will be a 3-day immersive mindfulness retreat in the beautiful Kent countryside, including a mix of practice, discussion and time to relax. Take some time to look after yourself. A restorative retreat for people faced with the stresses and strains of life. We'll be taking a deeper look at ways of dealing with stress, adapting to change, listening to ourselves and others and developing our emotional skills. You?ll go home feeling re-energised, reset, and reconnected. Suitable for beginners as well as those with an established practice. Where: the Aylesford Priory in Kent. Cost: ?250 single accommodation, ?235 shared accommodation For more info and to book, visit http://www.munen.co.uk/retreats-practice-days/2017/3/3/weekend-retreat

Our bodies are designed to work in the field of gravity. As soon as our amphibious ancestors moved out of the water and onto land, our body structure evolved to allow us to resist gravity. Of course we all move from the ground, but many of us have lost that direct, experiential, ancient connection with "ground". We've become un-grounded. City life is un-grounded. In the 2nd of these workshops we'll be exploring: (1) connecting to the ground through our arms and hands. This provides us with a very different relationship to that from our legs and feet, and allows us to explore inversions and arm balances from a new perspective; (2) reaching out and connecting to the world. Part 2 - Reaching Out 25th February, 13:00-15:30 at ZenYoga Cost: ?25 per workshop For more info and to book visit [www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk]

?Mindfulness is simply being aware of what is happening right now without wishing it were different; enjoying the pleasant without holding on when it changes (which it will); being with the unpleasant without fearing it will always be this way (which it won?t).? ? James Baraz

Our bodies are designed to work in the field of gravity. As soon as our amphibious ancestors moved out of the water and onto land, our body structure evolved to allow us to resist gravity. Of course we all move from the ground, but many of us have lost that direct, experiential, ancient connection with "ground". We've become un-grounded. City life is un-grounded. These two workshops are all about redeveloping our connection to the ground. We'll be exploring what it really means to "ground" and how that feeling can inform our yoga movement. We'll be learning how to "move from the ground". Part 1 - Rooting Down 4th February, 14:00-16:30 at ZenYoga Part 2 - Reaching Out 25th February, 13:00-15:30 at ZenYoga Cost: ?25 per workshop For more info and to book visit http://www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk/workshop-moving-from-the-ground.html

"Unlike diets, mindful eating teaches us to change our eating patterns step by step... [it] doesn?t tell us what to eat or what not to eat. It doesn?t provide us with any rules or orders. Instead it trains our innate ability to tune into our bodies cues and learn to read these signals telling us when it?s time to eat, how much to eat and when to stop eating. It teaches us the skills to tap into our hunger and fullness awareness, to better develop our taste satiety and trains our ability to slow down while eating, thus tasting our food mindfully." http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/alexa-frey/mindful-eating-the-end-of_b_7283410.html

"Before the course I was lacking confidence, with a very weak immune system; highly stressed and unhappy in a lot of aspects of my life. Since doing Mark's course I have grown in my confidence, my memory, my understanding of myself - leading to an inner calm. I have become more patient and able to take a step back and not be anxious at work. I am enjoying being me." - Claire (Dec 14)

Do you struggle to maintain a healthy diet or avoid unnecessary snacking? Do you always stop when enough is enough? Do you forget to appreciate lovely food when you have it? Eating is so intimately linked to emotions, habits, and health that it can easily be the first place we notice something is out of balance. On this retreat you we will discover: - The different kinds of hunger we experience - The body-felt feedback cues that can guide your decisions to begin and end eating - How to engage all your senses in the act of eating so that eating can become both satisfying to you and nourishing for your body - How to prepare and cook food mindfully We will all participate in preparing the food we will eat during the retreat. All the costs of the food are included in the price. The day will also include a number of different mindfulness practices, including some still meditation and some mindful movement. Cost ?40 (?30 conc) http://www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk/mindful-eating-retreat-day---sat-21-jan-2017.html

"Feelings, whether of compassion or irritation, should be welcomed, recognised, and treated on an absolutely equal basis; because both are ourselves." - Thich Nhat Hanh

"Mark is a really good teacher, I never felt as through I didn't understand a concept. I really liked the use of scientific studies and thought the combination of Mark's scientific background and Zen Buddhist was really useful and interesting" - Fiona (Mar 15)

Led by experienced mindfulness teachers, Chris, Mark & Jo, these sessions are focussed on developing a kind, non-judgemental awareness of the impact your mind has on how you live your life. You will be introduced to a range of practices to help you be more energised, calm and responsive, and to build your resilience to physical and emotional pain. We cover practices in stillness and in movement, and practices around mindful speaking/listening and mindful eating ? each week's class is different. Our classes are suitable for total beginners as well as more experienced practitioners. Through our mindfulness practice we can rediscover our joy and enthusiasm for life in the moment. Cost: free (suggested donation ?7) For more info contact Mark on [email protected] or 07974 919732.

8-week course in Mindfulness for Health & Wellbeing This 8-week course is aimed specifically at promoting your overall health and wellbeing. We will cover some simple but surprisingly effective techniques drawn from the Zen tradition to help you manage your everyday life, deal with stress and pain, improve your concentration and focussing skills, and boost your general health and wellbeing. This course is suitable if you're looking for an introduction to mindfulness and meditation, and/or if you're looking for a way of dealing with stress-related problems, depression, fatigue, or pain. You don't need to have any previous meditation experience - only a keen desire or intention to know more about who you really are! Course starts Friday 13th January 19:00-21:00 @ ZenYoga Camberwell Continues every Friday until 3rd March Optional (but highly recommended) 1-day retreat on Sat 18th February 11:00-16:00 Cost: ?230; includes all the course materials and recorded guided meditations for you to practice at home. 1-day retreat cost is ?40. Or take advantage of my special offer of 8-week course + day retreat for ?250. For more information and how to book, visit www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk

So sorry - I got the date wrong in the title. 5th March 11-5pm at Art Nouveau cafe in Brixton.

Do you struggle to maintain a healthy diet or avoid unnecessary snacking? Do you always stop when enough is enough? Do you forget to appreciate lovely food when you have it? I know I often have difficulty with these things. Eating is so intimately linked to emotions, habits, and health that it can easily be the first place we notice something is out of balance. On this retreat you we will discover: - The different kinds of hunger we experience - The body-felt feedback cues that can guide your decisions to begin and end eating - How to engage all your senses in the act of eating so that eating can become both satisfying to you and nourishing for your body - How to prepare and cook food mindfully We will all participate in preparing and cooking the food we will eat during the retreat. All the costs of the food are included in the price. The day will also include a number of different mindfulness practices, including some still meditation and some mindful movement. The majority of the retreat will be held in silence. Cost ?55 (?45 conc) http://www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk/mindful-eating-retreat-day---sat-5th-march-2016.html

Do you struggle to maintain a healthy diet or avoid unnecessary snacking? Do you always stop when enough is enough? Do you forget to appreciate lovely food when you have it? I know I often have difficulty with these things. Eating is so intimately linked to emotions, habits, and health that it can easily be the first place we notice something is out of balance. Mindfulness teaches us to fully appreciate the constantly changing sensations and emotions around hunger, eating, and digestion. Mindful eating means selecting, preparing and eating food with awareness and attention resting in the present moment. It means being aware of the positive and nurturing qualities of the food you eat, and respecting your own inner wisdom. Like this we learn how to be at peace with our food. On this retreat you we will discover: - The different kinds of hunger we experience - The body-felt feedback cues that can guide your decisions to begin and end eating - How to engage all your senses in the act of eating so that eating can become both satisfying to you and nourishing for your body - How to prepare and cook food mindfully We will have access to a fully-equipped kitchen, and will all participate in preparing and cooking the food we will eat during the retreat. All the costs of the food are included in the price of the retreat. Sat 23rd Jan at the Art Noveau cafe in Brixton Cost ?55 (?45 conc) http://www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk/mindful-eating-retreat-day---sat-23rd-jan-2016.html

"Between a stimulus and a response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose a response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom" - Victor Frankl This is what mindfulness teaches us.

"It was an amazing way to start my year" - Mark Webster (after coming on my Jan 2015 course)

Mindfulness is about cultivating attention and awareness of what's going on right now, with a sense of non-judgement. ?For there is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.? ? Shakespeare?s Hamlet

8-week course in Mindfulness for Grounding and Insight This 8-week course is aimed at looking a little deeper into mindfulness and meditation than most other courses. I will introduce you to some Zen meditation techniques and practices designed to explore what it means to develop a sense of grounding, and to have an understanding of yourself and the nature of reality. You don't need to have any previous meditation experience - only a keen desire or intention to know more about who you really are! Course starts Friday 15th January 18:30-20:30 @ ZenYoga Camberwell Optional (but highly recommended) 1-day retreat on Sat 27th February 11:00-16:00 Cost: ?195; includes all the course materials and recorded guided meditations for you to practice at home. 1-day retreat cost is ?40. Or take advantage of my special offer of 8-week course + day retreat for ?220. For more information and how to book, visit [www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk] Over the 8 weeks we will explore a variety of topics including: Stress and time pressures Pain and the physical effects of meditation The mental effects of meditation Introduction to grounding and energy-work Living at an elevated level of function Stages of insight into self-understanding - knowing who you really are

Saturday 7th November, 11:00-16:00 ZenYoga, Camberwell, London Cost ?40 On this practice day we will look at various aspects mindfulness and meditation, including some still meditation practices, some movement practices, mindful eating (over lunch), and mindful speaking & listening. Apart from the mindful speaking & listening exercise, they will be held in silence. Suitable all, from beginners to those with a regular practice. It helps if you have had some experience of mindfulness though. Please bring vegetarian lunch to share. Tea is provided. For more info and to book, visit http://www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk/mindfulness-practice-days.html

This six-week course run by experienced yoga teacher Mark Westmoquette will introduce you to the basic principles of Zen yoga practice. It is suitable for those completely new to yoga or any physical work, and may also be of benefit to more practised yogis who wish to deepen and further their knowledge and understanding of yoga. Starting Tuesday 10th Nov 19:15-20:15, at the ZenYoga studio in Camberwell. Cost ?55. For more info and to book visit [www.youruniverseyoga.co.uk] Through the course you will develop your awareness, confidence, and precision in your movement, together with an embodied understanding of the principles and philosophies that underlie Zen yoga. We will explore a variety of movement and posture work, including some of the more traditional yoga asanas (and some less traditional). We will also do plenty of partner work, breathing practices, and slowly introduce the practices of meditation and mindfulness.

Join me! No need to book, just come along.

Do you struggle around the area of food and eating? Then this might be the retreat for you. Join me for an adventure into eating mindfully. Spaces still available.

Spaces still available.

Mindful eating is eating with intention and attention.