Monthly Mindfulness Sessions

“The mind can go in a thousand directions, but on this beautiful path, I walk in peace. With each step, the wind blows. With each step, a flower blooms.”

~ Thich Nhat Hanh 


A regular mindfulness practice is essential to reap the benefits of this transformational practice and ensure it becomes an integral part of our lives. Consistency is key!

When we practice regularly we see how we are better able to cope with stress, anxiety, fatigue and discover ease, joy and happiness in everyday life.

The intention behind these monthly sessions is to provide a nurturing space to explore new topics and themes and give you the motivation and inspiration to maintain focus and commitment to your practice, as well as a space to connect with fellow practitioners on a similar path.

Monthly sessions will have a particular theme where we will explore a topic in more depth and will be guided by the groups interests and needs. 


Suggested themes, dates and times as follows for 2024:

  • Touching in with Peace - Fri 12 Jan
  • Befriending the Self-Critic - Fri 2 Feb
  • Moving & Resting with Awareness - Fri 8 March
  • Mindful Journaling -10 May
  • Finding you Inner Compass - 28 June
  • The Magic of Acceptance - 19 July
  • The Wisdom of the Body - 13 Sept
  • Celebrating our Wins - 11 Oct
  • HEAL: 4 Steps to Happiness - 8 Nov
  • Reflection & Renewal - 6 Dec


Scroll down for more info on each topic.

Following the monthly session you will receive a newsletter with more information on the topic, suggested reading and home practice so you can explore it in more depth and integrate it into your practice and your life over the coming month.

 

Location

These sessions will take place at Highfield Park Visitor Centre in St Albans Hertfordshire, AL4 0RA, a beautiful light-filled room within a stunning green space perfect for mindful walking and Nature connections.

 

Investment Options

You can drop-in for these sessions at £39.50 per session. Access to recordings for 7 days following the session.

Or you can join the Mindfulness Membership for £6.90 per week (paid monthly £30.00) which gives you access to recordings and regular live sessions throughout the month. Find out more HERE.


Not suitable for complete beginners but for those who are aware of the basics of mindfulness and want to delve deeper into the true meaning of mindfulness. Contact Louise if you are unsure or have any queries - [email protected].

"Regular pockets of goodness"

by Karolina Joiner

"Monthly mindfulness sessions with Lou have been a lifeline to me, giving me a gentle reminder and place to come back to myself, reconnect, pause and regenerate my nervous system on a regular basis. I have drawn strength from knowing I have these regular pockets of goodness ready for me each month and in between sessions, I am able to revisit and practice at my own pace has been priceless. Lou is a master in weaving mindfulness, meditation and psychological research in an environment of kindness and holding of all there is, without judgment. I am grateful for this opportunity and hope others find this space as invaluable for their wellbeing."

Dates, Times and Suggested Themes for 2024

Themes will depend on group needs and interests but here's a taster of what we will be exploring

  • Touching in with Peace - Fri 12 Jan, 10.00-12.00

    As we enter the New Year we'll explore what it might be like to point our compass towards peace and to take in the peace that is accessible to each one of us, as we move about our days.

  • Befriending the Self-Critic - Fri 2 Feb, 10.00-12.00

    Getting to know our Self-Critic through mindfulness can help us take a compassionate view of it, understand it's motives and then apply antidotes to reduce any negative impact.

  • Moving & Resting with Awareness - Fri 8 March, 10.00-12.00

    This month we'll take a look at the obstacles to healthy habits of exercise, sleep and rest and explore practices that helps us to mindfully move and rest the body.

  • Mindful Journaling - Fri 10 May, 10.00-12.00

    This month we'll take a look at how and why we journal, how to consider creating a regular habit of it and taking time to reflect and journal on our mindfulness journey so far.

  • Finding your Inner Compass - Fri 28 June 10.00-12.00

    As we reach the half-way point of the year we'll take a mindful, reflective look at the past 6 months - what has unfolded, where we find ourselves now and how we'd like to move forward with our highest aspirations in mind.

  • The Magic of Acceptance - Fri 19 July, 10.00-12.00

    Through mindfulness we can move towards welcoming and allowing our emotions, thoughts and experiences to be just as they are. This can provide ease and sense of peacefulness to body, mind and heart.

  • The Wisdom of the Body - Fri 13 Sept, 10.00-12.00

  • Celebrating Our Wins - Fri 11 Oct, 09.30-11.30

  • HEAL: 4 Steps to Happiness - Fri 8 Nov, 10.0-12.00

  • Reflection & Renewal - Fri 6 Dec, 10.00-12.00

"One of the highlights of 2023"

by Colin Raizon

"One of the highlights for me of 2023 has been participating in Louise’s truly inspiring Mindfulness Based Living course. Whilst I have done mindfulness courses previously none has been infused so effectively with love and compassion both for ourselves and for others. Louise is a naturally-gifted teacher and facilitator with a warmth, openness and enthusiasm that makes the course enjoyable, enlightening and nurturing. Being in community with like-minded people brings joy and Louise creates a safe space in which we have all felt uninhibited to share our thoughts, feelings and experiences openly. My motivation for participating in the course was to find more tools to support me with life’s inevitable challenges and as a result to be better-placed to support others. Louise has been instrumental in empowering me to achieve this."

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"Leave feeling centred and grounded… whole again!"

by Jennie Bennett-Baggs

"All of Lou’s sessions are amazing whether they are yoga live or online, the full mindfulness course or most recently the monthly sessions… you can walk in feeling wired by life but will certainly leave feeling centred and grounded… whole again! Her work has been invaluable to helping me tap back into my intuition and the present moment again. I am wholeheartedly grateful and wish everyone could experience Lou’s beautiful and essential work"

Your Teacher

'Yoga gives us peace and clarity in order to see the beauty and wonder that is all around us'

Louise Neicho

Having spent the first 20 years of my professional life working in and with Nature I feel a deep connection to the natural world that has promoted numerous benefits in my life. Combining this with a love and appreciation of yoga and mindfulness that spans over two decades has enabled me to share practices that help us connect more deeply with Nature and ourselves. I have completed over 1000hrs of yoga and mindfulness teacher training and in 2023 I received a distinction for my master's degree in Mindfulness where my thesis focused on the wellbeing benefits of connecting with Nature. I can honestly say that yoga and Nature has saved my life on more than one occasion, and I don’t think I would be the person I am today if it wasn’t for my practice. To bring all of this together is simply a dream come true and I hope you will join me and our like-minded community soon.

'Practices are transformative'

by Finola McManus

‘Sometimes I am tired. sometimes I ache, sometimes I dont have time in the day...but whatever happens I can find a practice online at a time that works for me and supports how I am feeling that day. Practices are truly transformative as well as nourishing and supportive both physically and mentally- whatever class I choose. I simply feel so much better when I practice.’

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'A unique approach'

by Liz Hobman

'What I love best about your teachings is that they not only give the benefit of a yoga practice but also deliver simple and practical ways to apply the teachings in every day life and help support mental wellbeing which is especially important at this time.'

T&C's

Once payment is made your space is guaranteed for that particular retreat. Bookings are non-refundable and not transferable. By purchasing this retreat you are agreeing to these terms. Read full t&c's HERE.

'Classes are a life-line'

by Cathy Washbrooke

'Louise’s classes are a life-line! She is a very warm, nurturing and knowledgeable teacher. She also integrates elements of mindfulness through various readings, poetry and insights to deepen the practice and allow deep rest to take place. I always feel lifted, yet grounded after each of Louise’s yoga sessions. '

'Louise is so kind and caring'

by Emma Scinaldi

'I started as a complete beginner and was worried I would not be able to follow the moves, but Louise is so kind and caring, plus really knows her stuff so is able to give very clear, supportive guidance. There is never any pressure as Louise always offers alternatives. With care and kindness she has encouraged me to really develop my practice. I always feel really energised after a session with Louise but I am also starting to notice a higher level of peace and tranquility in my day to day life. I feel strong and calm at the same time!

'A priceless gift'

by Liza Timpson

'These are more than yoga sessions! Louise has a gift at transferring a real sense of inner calm and peace, in what has been very challenging times. Her lessons are creative and extremely useful in understanding how to cope in challenging situations. I informed a friend quite simply attending online has been a game changer for me. I feel ready to conquer my day or week ahead. A priceless gift.'