75 mins | Start: 28 March 2018, 5:30 PM - End: 11 April 2018, 6:45 PM | $95 for 3 sessions
VENUE: St Andrews on The Terrace, Wellington
Are you struggling to conceive and feeling the emotional impact of that?
Mindfulness can help you cope on your fertility journey. Evidence shows that mindfulness reduces the emotional impact and stress of infertility. Research suggests it may even lead to increased conception rates.
You will learn how to use simple, practical mindfulness techniques to: improve psychological and physical wellbeing; decrease stress and anxiety; identify negative thought patterns; develop a deeper sense of peace and acceptance within your experience; increase compassion to yourself and others; enhance your wellbeing and relationships; declutter the mind and create space to be open to and receiving of a new life.
What is unique about this course?
Grounded everyday life examples used. Evidenced based and practical. Non-religious. Ongoing support available. Fun and relaxed. Connect with other women who are on their fertility journey.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE?
INTENTION AND MOTIVATION
What is Mindfulness?
Secrets of the mind unveiled
The truth about multitasking
Mindful body scan exercise
Discussion
A CALM CLEAR MIND
Managing stress
Engaging fully in life
Dealing with difficult emotions
Mindful breathing exercise
Discussion
RELATING TO OTHERS
Communication
Empathy and compassion
Mindfulness exercise
Integration and change
Discussion
FAQs
Who should attend?
This beginner course is designed for women who are struggling to conceive and who want to learn more about Mindfulness and enjoy its many benefits. It can help you at any stage of your fertility journey.
Will I just be sitting and meditating?
Not at all! The guided Mindfulness breathing exercises make up 10mins of each session and we sit in chairs.
Do I need to bring anything?
Just bring a pen. You will be given a workbook and a journal.
What if I miss a week?
Let us know and it may be possible to slot you into another course for the session you missed.
What should I wear?
Whatever you feel comfortable in.
What’s the refund policy?
100% Money back guarantee.
If you attend your first session and the course is not what you were expecting, we will refund you 100% of the course fee, so long as you let us know within a day of the last session.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Call or text Kathryn Grace on 021 686 888 or email her at fertilitypotentials@gmail.com
Click here to visit the Fertility Potentials website
Click here to watch Ovio Mindfulness for Fertility on YouTube
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Cheryl StrawbridgeB.Sc. Dip RM.
Cheryl is an accredited mindfulness consultant and life coach, with a Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, physiology and psychology.
In her 18 years working at large multinational corporations, Cheryl witnessed many colleagues and friends suffer from the impact of a fast-paced, stressful lifestyle. This inspired her to change her life direction, and complete further training in mindfulness and life coaching.
In 2013, Cheryl founded Ovio Mindfulness Solutions. Through Ovio, Cheryl’s mission is to teach people how to cut through the noise in their heads, to live with purpose and balance; allowing them to tap into their true potential. Cheryl has run mindfulness programs at medical and healthcare facilities, worked with businesses in the public and private sector, and coached a range of people from kids to corporate executives.
Cheryl also inspires audiences at schools and conferences around the country. An impassioned and engaging speaker, she combines her empathetic approach with her vision that a rich and fulfilling life is possible for everyone.
“Cheryl was an amazing facilitator of the course I just attended. Her manner and explanations flowing from our observations were truly insightful."
Cheryl lives in Karori, Wellington with her husband, three teenage kids, a cat and dog. She has an amazing zest for living life to the full, spending time in nature and being with family and friends.
Qualifications
B.Sc. Biochemistry, Physiology and Psychology.
Dip RM Diploma of Remedial medicine
Certified NLP Relationship coach
Certified Strategic intervention life coach
Accredited Mindfulness facilitator
NLP certified
Black belt in the martial art Zen do kai
SCUBA diving instructor
Personal meditation practice of 38 years
