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How to avoid a poorly designed school mindfulness programme

In this piece, first published by Jamie Bristow back in 2017, we consider some key points to consider when implementing a school mindfulness programme. Read more

Building on this mindful pause for education

An article first published by Schools Week in which Professor Katherine Weare and Adrian Bethune discuss our Strategy for Mindfulness and Education. Read more

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Mindfulness in the news - June 2020

Register for the online launch of our next publication

Sign up for updates on the launch of our new discussion paper on mindfulness and agency in the context of existential crisis

Mindfulness & Compassion Global Summit - Online Event

From 4 - 6 June 2020, Jamie Bristow & Chris Ruane will join over 40 speakers as well as attendees from around the world to look at the powerful roles mindfulness and compassion can play in developing exceptional leaders, creating happier, healthier and more productive workplaces, and transforming society.

Building on this mindful pause for education

An article first published by Schools Week in which Professor Katherine Weare and Adrian Bethune discuss our Strategy for Mindfulness and Education.

Briefing Paper on Health, Wellbeing and Mindfulness

A document summarising the case for investment in wellbeing, prevention and mindfulness interventions.

Mindfulness in the news - April 2019

Mindful Nation UK report

The first policy document of its kind, investigating the potential for mindfulness-based interventions across various domains of public policy. Published on behalf of the UK Mindfulness All-Party Parliamentary Group.

APPG Event: Ageing Well and Older People

The Mindfulness APPG hearing Ageing Well and Older People took place in Westminster on 14th May 2019.

Building the case for mindfulness in the workplace

A toolkit to help you pull together the rationale and evidence for mindfulness training in workplace contexts, with practical advice for launching and developing your initiative.

Mindfulness for Staying at Home & After

A curated list of free mindfulness practice resources particularly intended for those staying at home through a time of crisis.

COVID-19 & Mindfulness: Resources for health and care staff

A curated list of free mindfulness resources intended for health and care workers to support them in a time of crisis.

APPG Event: Neurobiology of Social Connectedness

'Father of Polyvagal Theory', Dr Stephen Porges, and leading expert on oxytocin (the 'cuddle hormone'), Dr Sue Carter, speak about how mindfulness and yoga could help us to live well together

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