Twice weekly meditation classes in Newcastle city centre.

Mindful Space meditation classes are aimed at people experiencing mental health difficulties. Please note that this is not a substitute for professional mental health support.  Contact Rachel on 07583553949 if you have any concerns.

Mindful Space Information

Donation based meditation and discussion group

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness is a practice that involves developing awareness in the present moment. It involves developing skills in focus and concentration. When we practice mindfulness it includes awareness of the senses, emotions, thoughts and other people and is practiced with kindness, curiosity and non-judgement.

‘Mindfulness is deliberately paying attention to our moment-by moment experience, with an attitude of friendliness and curiosity.’

Mason-John and Groves, 2014

‘Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way;

    On purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally.’

Kabat-Zinn, 1994

‘‘Mindfulness is a state of awareness that enables us to make better choices about how we respond to our experiences even in difficult circumstances.’

www.breathworks-mindfulness.org.uk

The Purpose of the Mindful Space Class

This class has several functions:

• • To provide the opportunity for participants to practice meditation

• • To provide the opportunity for participants to learn more about mindfulness

• • To provide a supportive atmosphere for participants to discuss their mindfulness practice

• • To provide a space to facilitate making positive changes

• • To provide the tools to assist with managing stress and / or pain