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Finding Serenity

121 Mindfulness for Managing Anxiety

In today's fast-paced world, anxiety has become an all too familiar companion for many of us. With the relentless onslaught of news updates, social media feeds, and the demands of daily life, it's no wonder that anxiety rates have been on the rise. According to the Mental Health Foundation, between 2022-2023, an average of 37% of women and 30% of men reported high levels of anxiety, compared to previous years.

Understanding Anxiety: Anxiety is the body's natural response to stress, rooted in our primal instincts for survival. However, in the modern world, stressors are often abstract and persistent, triggering the fight/flight/freeze response even in mundane situations like checking emails or engaging in difficult conversations. This physiological reaction manifests as racing thoughts, physical tension, and emotional unease, permeating every aspect of our being.

The Role of Mindfulness: Mindfulness emerges as a beacon of hope amidst the chaos of anxiety. By cultivating self-awareness and presence in each moment, mindfulness offers a pathway to observe our thoughts without being consumed by them. It fosters a non-judgmental acceptance of our emotions, allowing us to shift from fear to self-love and appreciation of the present moment. With practice, mindfulness empowers us to choose constructive perspectives, slowing down the relentless train of anxious thoughts and restoring balance to both mind and body.

Benefits of Mindfulness on Anxiety: Through applied mindfulness practices, anxiety loses its grip on our lives. As we integrate mindfulness into our daily routines, we reclaim agency over our experiences, navigating challenges with resilience and gratitude. Over time, the cumulative effect of mindfulness leads to a profound reduction in anxiety levels, paving the way for a more serene and fulfilling life.

Embrace Change: If anxiety has overshadowed your life, know that there is a way out. By embracing the transformative power of mindfulness and coaching, you can find peace amidst the storm. Imagine a future where anxiety no longer dictates your thoughts and actions, where you navigate life's challenges with grace and ease.

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Our Mindful Coaches

Niki & Lisa (WWuk Mindful Coaches) bring a wealth of experience, honed over years of dedicated practice and teaching. Their expertise extends beyond one-on-one sessions. and experienced in working with groups; whether it's fostering a culture of mindfulness in the classroom, promoting well-being in the workplace, or strengthening community bonds, their programmes are designed to meet the diverse needs and purposes of each group.

Meet Niki

Niki, founder and director wellness within.uk, has been involved with healing modalities of mind, body and spirit for over 28 years, providing a peaceful platform, where people of all backgrounds can come to experience new beginnings through coaching, meditation, mindfulness and energy healing.

Meet Lisa

Lisa is a truly empathetic mindfulness & meditation teacher, based in Edinburgh. Practising for over 15 years and teaching in Scotland and internationally the last 5 years, Lisa combines her career as a Life Coach and Recovery counsellor to compassionately support others to reach balance in their futures.

Be Invested

For you to get the most from the programme you will need to commit to full engagement in 121 sessions along with consistent daily practice. This is vital for integrating mindfulness techniques and related skills into your daily routine. Throughout the 8 sessions, we practice the daily mindfulness skills , so that you can build your confidence in using them.

Pre-recorded meditations are available from your mindful coach & of course you can use other platforms as an option to support your daily practice, although we encourage you to remain focused on the goals you set during your sessions and not run ahead

Power From Within

Unlike unhelpful advice like "stop worrying," mindfulness provides a tangible path toward easing anxiety's grip on your life.

Mindfulness serves as a gentle guide, helping you navigate through the maze and find moments of peace and calm amidst the chaos.

It's not about trying to suppress or eliminate anxiety altogether; instead, it's about learning to coexist with it in a more harmonious way.

Not a quick fix or a cure-all for anxiety either, but it is a powerful tool that can help you cultivate greater resilience and inner peace in the face of life's challenges.

2024 Price List

Tailor Made Mindfulness Package

£ 240.00

x8 (1 hour online sessions) tailor made Mindfulness sessions that can be booked within a 6 months period, giving you ultimate flexibility to learn at your own pace

Pay as you Go

£45.00

x1 (1 hour online session) to refresh or adapt your mindfulness practice as life changes & flexibility in booking with no ongoing commitment required.