Notice your way to Freedom
There is a popular misconception that the aim of mindfulness is to somehow stop our thoughts or switch off the mind. Perhaps we believe that to be enlightened or free we must live in a constant state of no-thinking. It’s a nice idea, and one I spent many years pursuing, but the truth is that […]
The Life-Changing Art of Paying Attention
Mindfulness isn’t about chasing mystical experiences, but the down to earth practice of paying attention to your own life, as it unfolds in each moment. The tragedy is that we spend so little time fully available to our present moment experience, that we essentially miss life as it happens in front of us. If we […]
How To Be Hit By An Arrow
It’s that time of the year when everyone seems to be sneezing, coughing and feeling under the weather. How we relate to being ill is a good example of the way we fight life when it suddenly stops doing what we want it to do. We struggle with being ill simply because it’s something we […]
A is for Attention
This week I discovered that according to the Statistic Brain Research Institute, the average attention span of web users in 2015 is just 8.25 seconds. The average attention span of a goldfish is 9 seconds. This is something I find alarming considering that we are the most evolved and technologically advanced species on earth. How […]
Domonic
I have just finished the 6 week course with Mike and found it very inspiring Mike explained mindfulness in a very simple manner and i must say I was sorry to see it end I would recommend this course to every one! Thanks. Dominic
Moira
I realized that my thought process has become a creature of habit. But allowing a combination of mindfulness & my energies into my life, it has shown me a peaceful, nurturing mind set. Doesnt happen overnight, watch out for distractions, but most importantly absorb and work with who/what you can. Moria
Anthea
The day retreat affords you the time to absorb the taught practice, and fully experience what is meant by Mindfulness. The combination of wonderful stories, meditative practice by a professional and compassionate teacher, facilitates an experience that promotes personal growth. I will certainly attend more of My Free Minds courses, as I was fully supported […]
Mark
The message is simple, almost so simple that at first you dont believe something so easy could have such a profound effect on your everyday life. I found the mindfulness course gave me the chance to relax and reflect. Mike is a great teacher, putting you immediately at ease and delivering the message with clarity […]
Alex
Mindfulness has shown me how to see the world for what it is, the only real way to find happiness is when the mind is still. By doing this practice you start to see beauty in all things and in all people. In the drop-in we also do compassion training, since doing this I have […]
James
The meditation has been difficult at times, but I dont think I would be where I am if I had not met with you and learnt the mindfulness practice. James