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MMM RETREAT

August 20, 2018

MMM stands for Mindfulness, Meditation & Movement and will be an amazing opportunity to relax, revitalise and connect with others whilst learning a powerful new life skill.

This day retreat is about leaving you feeling good from the inside out. ​As well as learning the Ovio Mindfulness One Programme we will delve into some gentle intentional movement classes, meditation practices and enjoy afternoon tea and discussion about how to take these practices off the mat and into our daily lives.

Evidence shows Mindfulness to enhance relationships, performance and well being and you will walk away from this workshop with tools to start to apply mindfulness and see the changes in your life straight away.

You will learn how to use simple but powerful mindfulness exercises to manage stress and emotional reactivity, connect skillfully with yourself others and the community and tap into your creativity. Mindfulness has also been shown to help with a number of health concerns, to repair sleep and enhance energy levels.

Booking essential as spaces are limited.

Price: $125.00
(Includes classes, mats and yoga props, mindfulness journal, afternoon tea and follow up emails and resources).

To book: helenwilliamsyoga@gmail.com

MINDFULNESS ONE IS OUR 3 WEEK BEGINNER MINDFULNESS COURSE

Enjoy three 60-minute escapes with Ovio’s Mindfulness One workshops.

$97 includes three 1-hour classes, a workbook, audio downloads, and a mindfulness journal.
Mindfulness One courses are a great way to start living a more mindful life. Specifically designed for modern professionals and parents wanting clarity in a stressed-out, digitally dependent culture. Learn how to use simple, practical mindfulness techniques to: improve clarity, focus, engagement and productivity at work; reduce stress, depression, anxiety and irritability; repair sleep, increase energy levels and enhance your wellbeing and relationships with others.

What is unique about this course

Grounded everyday life examples used. Evidenced based and practical. Non-religious Ongoing support available. Fun and relaxed.

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.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE?

WEEK ONE: Intention and motivation

What is Mindfulness?
Secrets of the mind unveiled
The truth about multitasking
Mindful body scan exercise
Discussion

WEEK TWO: A Calm Clear Mind

Managing stress
Engaging fully in life
Dealing with difficult emotions
Mindful breathing exercise
Discussion

WEEK THREE: Relating to others

Communication
Empathy and compassion
Mindfulness exercise
Integration and change
Discussion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who should attend?
This beginner course is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about Mindfulness and enjoy its many benefits.

Will I just be sitting and meditating?
No 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 we can slot you into another course for the session you missed.

What should I wear?
Whatever you feel comfortable in.

FEEDBACK

“I really looked forward to my weekly Mindfulness session and I really didn’t want it to end. I now feel more empowered to lead the life I have always wanted to live. I feel more me! “ – Bev

“So much of my life is rushing from one thing to another this course helped me find strategies to step off the treadmill” – Kate

“Mindfulness has made parenting so much more rewarding. I am now able to enjoy my children for who they are…” – Nicole

“Just wanted to say a huge thank you for introducing me to mindfulness. I have found it to be valuable and indeed rewarding to be more aware and present. I am so much better at being focused on the things that are important, to be able to slow things down and consider the situation in front of me before acting. The mindfulness exercises certainly help de-clutter the head and help create clarity in what I do and how I behave.” – Sanj Kant

“Learning Mindfulness has given me some control over those knee jerk reactions. Plus I slept really well after the classes!” – Julie

MINDFULNESS BIZ – BUSINESS WORKSHOP

GROW YOURSELF, GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH MINDFULNESS BIZ

Get in the zone with Ovio’s Mindfulness Biz workshops.

$165 includes 4-hour workshop, a delicious lunch, workbook, and journal.

One of the most difficult things for a business owner to do is to stop thinking about their business. This constant stress causes wear and tear on the body and mind, and reduces effectiveness in work and in life. Mindfulness Biz trains you to find the “off” switch, allowing you to be clearer and more productive when you’re “on”.

You’ll learn how to shed unproductive habits and improve self-leadership. How to focus more effortlessly on tasks at hand for greater productivity and engagement. How to better manage energy, emotions and negative self-talk. How to create space for new insight and innovation. How to be more present and aware of the things that really matter. How to get into flow and improve mental clarity. And how to improve relationships and communication with those around you.

What is unique about this course

Specifically designed for business owners. You know best what your business needs and how you see its future we provide a context and tools to assist you to make this a reality. Grounded everyday life examples used. Evidenced based and practical.

100% Money back guarantee

If you attend the course and it is not what you were expecting, we will refund you 100% of the course fee, so long as you let us know the same day as the workshop.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE?

Session One: 10am – 12pm

Exploring your personal brand
Identifying values
Defining your purpose

Lunch Break: 12pm – 12.30pm

Enjoy a delicious
lunch provided by our venue

SESSION TWO: 12.30pm – 2pm

Turning down the noise
Clarifying and simplifying
Creating a vision with actionable steps.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who should attend?
Business owners and those interested in starting their own business.

Will I just be sitting and meditating?
Not at all however, you will be taught a few simple mindfulness exercises that involve breathing and focusing and your mind.
All the exercises will be done in chairs and take about 5mins each.

Do I need to bring anything?
Just bring a pen you will be given a workbook and a journal.

What should I wear?
Whatever you feel comfortable in.

FEEDBACK

“Thanks Cheryl! After working with you I now feel so much more certain,clear and confident about my way forward in business ” – Heidi

“Just wanted to say a huge thank you for introducing me to mindfulness. I have found it to be valuable and indeed rewarding to be more aware and present. I am so much better at being focused on the things that are important, to be able to slow things down and consider the situation in front of me before acting. The mindfulness exercises certainly help de-clutter the head and help create clarity in what I do and how I behave.” – Sanj Kant

MINDFULNESS ONE IS OUR 3 WEEK BEGINNER MINDFULNESS COURSE

Enjoy three 60-minute escapes with Ovio’s Mindfulness One workshops.

$97 includes three 1-hour classes, a workbook, audio downloads, and a mindfulness journal.
Mindfulness One courses are a great way to start living a more mindful life. Specifically designed for modern professionals and parents wanting clarity in a stressed-out, digitally dependent culture. Learn how to use simple, practical mindfulness techniques to: improve clarity, focus, engagement and productivity at work; reduce stress, depression, anxiety and irritability; repair sleep, increase energy levels and enhance your wellbeing and relationships with others.

What is unique about this course

Grounded everyday life examples used. Evidenced based and practical. Non-religious Ongoing support available. Fun and relaxed.

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.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE?

WEEK ONE: Intention and motivation

What is Mindfulness?
Secrets of the mind unveiled
The truth about multitasking
Mindful body scan exercise
Discussion

WEEK TWO: A Calm Clear Mind

Managing stress
Engaging fully in life
Dealing with difficult emotions
Mindful breathing exercise
Discussion

WEEK THREE: Relating to others

Communication
Empathy and compassion
Mindfulness exercise
Integration and change
Discussion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who should attend?
This beginner course is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about Mindfulness and enjoy its many benefits.

Will I just be sitting and meditating?
No 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 we can slot you into another course for the session you missed.

What should I wear?
Whatever you feel comfortable in.

FEEDBACK

“I really looked forward to my weekly Mindfulness session and I really didn’t want it to end. I now feel more empowered to lead the life I have always wanted to live. I feel more me! “ – Bev

“So much of my life is rushing from one thing to another this course helped me find strategies to step off the treadmill” – Kate

“Mindfulness has made parenting so much more rewarding. I am now able to enjoy my children for who they are…” – Nicole

“Just wanted to say a huge thank you for introducing me to mindfulness. I have found it to be valuable and indeed rewarding to be more aware and present. I am so much better at being focused on the things that are important, to be able to slow things down and consider the situation in front of me before acting. The mindfulness exercises certainly help de-clutter the head and help create clarity in what I do and how I behave.” – Sanj Kant

“Learning Mindfulness has given me some control over those knee jerk reactions. Plus I slept really well after the classes!” – Julie

MINDFULNESS ONE IS OUR 3 WEEK BEGINNER MINDFULNESS COURSE

Enjoy three 60-minute escapes with Ovio’s Mindfulness One workshops.

$97 includes three 1-hour classes, a workbook, audio downloads, and a mindfulness journal.
Mindfulness One courses are a great way to start living a more mindful life. Specifically designed for modern professionals and parents wanting clarity in a stressed-out, digitally dependent culture. Learn how to use simple, practical mindfulness techniques to: improve clarity, focus, engagement and productivity at work; reduce stress, depression, anxiety and irritability; repair sleep, increase energy levels and enhance your wellbeing and relationships with others.

What is unique about this course

Grounded everyday life examples used. Evidenced based and practical. Non-religious Ongoing support available. Fun and relaxed.

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.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE?

WEEK ONE: Intention and motivation

What is Mindfulness?
Secrets of the mind unveiled
The truth about multitasking
Mindful body scan exercise
Discussion

WEEK TWO: A Calm Clear Mind

Managing stress
Engaging fully in life
Dealing with difficult emotions
Mindful breathing exercise
Discussion

WEEK THREE: Relating to others

Communication
Empathy and compassion
Mindfulness exercise
Integration and change
Discussion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who should attend?
This beginner course is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about Mindfulness and enjoy its many benefits.

Will I just be sitting and meditating?
No 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 we can slot you into another course for the session you missed.

What should I wear?
Whatever you feel comfortable in.

FEEDBACK

“I really looked forward to my weekly Mindfulness session and I really didn’t want it to end. I now feel more empowered to lead the life I have always wanted to live. I feel more me! “ – Bev

“So much of my life is rushing from one thing to another this course helped me find strategies to step off the treadmill” – Kate

“Mindfulness has made parenting so much more rewarding. I am now able to enjoy my children for who they are…” – Nicole

“Just wanted to say a huge thank you for introducing me to mindfulness. I have found it to be valuable and indeed rewarding to be more aware and present. I am so much better at being focused on the things that are important, to be able to slow things down and consider the situation in front of me before acting. The mindfulness exercises certainly help de-clutter the head and help create clarity in what I do and how I behave.” – Sanj Kant

“Learning Mindfulness has given me some control over those knee jerk reactions. Plus I slept really well after the classes!” – Julie