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Welcome to the Mindfulness Association. In-depth, Mindfulness & Compassion for life. Beginners to MSc

The Mindfulness Association Community Interest Company delivers Mindfulness training at all levels up to Masters Degree Level, and runs a Mindfulness and Compassion teacher training programme with the University of Aberdeen, and the University of the West of Scotland in London. The Mindfulness Association is a non-profit organisation with altruistic aims directed towards sharing the benefits of mindfulness with all of those who are interested and for the benefit of all. We support free mindfulness courses delivered by The Everyone Project Charity. Our objectives are to offer high quality trainings in mindfulness and compassion which help people to establish a regular and effective mindfulness practice and which help people to bring mindfulness into all aspect of their daily lives. We aim to make our trainings accessible to as many people as possible and in particular we try to keep the prices of our courses affordable and to offer our courses at different locations around the UK and in Ireland. Our comprehensive training pathway delivers the teaching of Mindfulness and Compassion with the aim of meeting the growing demand within the UK for mindfulness teachers. All our training adheres to the directives of BAMBA (British Association of Mindfulness-Based Approaches). The Mindfulness Association is also working with the University of Aberdeen in the ongoing development and delivery of its Masters Programme in Mindfulness Studies. The aim is to provide students with a high quality Masters level training in Mindfulness, Compassion and Insight which can then be applied by the students in their different professional settings in order to promote physical and mental wellbeing. The board members of the Mindfulness Association are: Rob Nairn, Choden (Sean McGovern) (Director), Heather Regan-Addis (Director), Norton Bertram-Smith (Director) and Vin Harris. The Mindfulness Association offers many of its courses at Samye Ling Tibetan Centre and associated centres throughout the UK, with the aim of supporting their charitable work. To this end the Mindfulness Association is one of the founder members of Samye College.
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02/11/2026

Learn Mindfulness with us and Educated the Heart and Mind!

Increasingly there is an understanding that intellectual, analytical education is not enough on its own. Whilst it gives us excellent skills, useful knowledge and allows us to explore (a key driver of human behaviour), it offers little in the way of emotional intelligence.

The emergence of Mindfulness training into the mainstream has had the incredible benefit of boosting this emotional intelligence to the forefront, showing how it is essential for us as humans, for our equilibrium and our physical and mental wellbeing.

So why not come and develop your “heart education” with us?!? We have a range of courses coming up, covering many different aspects of mindfulness training.

There are online courses, in-person courses, courses for complete beginners and courses for practitioners looking to deepen their existing practice. There is something for everyone ad we have a growing mindfulness community to share the practice with.

If you would like more information on any of our courses, then click here https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/mindfulness-courses/all-courses-and-retreats/

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Also, you can join our community online by joining our free online guided meditations from Monday to Friday on Zoom (the sessions are at 10:30 and 19:00 UTC).

Why not join us!?! https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/free-resources/free-daily-online-mindfulness-meditation/

01/11/2026

As the weather turns cooler and November brings a crisp shift to the air, it’s the perfect time to slow down, cozy up, and wrap yourself in a moment of true comfort. Take a pause with our mini meditation, "Resting with the Feel of November," and allow yourself to relax into the gentle rhythm of the new season.
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If you’d like to practice with other members of our community, we offer Free Daily Meditations Monday to Friday at 10:30am and 7pm (UK Time).

Click here to join those sessions https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/free-resources/free-daily-online-mindfulness-meditation/

31/10/2026

Impermanence is one of those misunderstood aspects of mindfulness. It is a very simple teaching – essentially everything is finite and has its time – but it has profound implications on our practice, how we view others and for cultivating kindness.

Impermanence can easily be misunderstood as a little off putting, even depressing as at its heart is our own impermanence. But this is to miss the depth and beauty of the idea.

When we realise that everything is finite, we know that suffering is finite, it too will pass. It helps us work compassionately with suffering until it passes. It also helps us realise that we don’t have to cling to good experiences, but rather to enjoy them fully when they are here.

Impermanence also helps create that shared humanity with others, the understanding that we all want to be happy, healthy and safe and that we all suffer. Impermanence leads to greater care and kindness for others as we traverse this life.

Impermanence is bitter-sweet but beautiful and learning to accept impermanence will enrich our lives.

If you would like to join our mindfulness community for some shared experience, we offer Free Online Daily Meditations Monday – Friday 10:30 and 19:00

Click on link to join - https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/free-resources/free-daily-online-mindfulness-meditation/

30/10/2026

Unlock deeper healing, presence, and kindness through movement with our upcoming 5-week Mindful QiGong with Compassion Course!

Starting on 10th November, run by JACKY SEERY
Running over five Tuesday evenings (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

This accessible, easy-to-follow series blends gentle Qigong, Yoga, Tai Chi, and Meridian Stretches with compassion practices.

Designed for everyone—from complete beginners to seasoned practitioners—you will learn short movement flows, chair-friendly mini-sequences, and compassionate body scans to release trapped emotions, ease physical tension, and bring mindful awareness into everyday activities like running, cycling, or working at a desk.

Plus, for Mindfulness teachers looking to enrich their practice and instruction, this course counts toward your Continued Professional Development (CPD).

Click on the link to read more and sign up https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/course/mindful-qigong-compassion/

29/10/2026

One of the beauties of practicing mindfulness is that is not simply a practice we do in a room on our own, or with others – be it online or in a shared space. Mindfulness is a way of life that has multiple benefits for us away from the cushion, in day-to-day life.

However, to paraphrase Sharon Salzberg, the biggest challenge for many practitioners is remembering to be mindful during the day.

In our busy lives, it's easy to get caught up in the constant demands – be they professional or personal. The pressure of time can make us feel like we're always racing from one task to the next, leaving little room to simply be present.

Yet, in the midst of this whirlwind, we can cultivate mindfulness by engaging in simple, everyday tasks with full awareness. Mundane activities like washing dishes, walking to our car, or even drinking a cup of tea or coffee can become anchors to the present moment.

By paying attention to the warmth of the water on our hands, the sensation of our feet hitting the pavement, or the aroma and taste of our beverage, we can shift our focus from the endless stream of thoughts about the past and future. This intentional practice helps us to stay connected to the "here and now," transforming routine chores into opportunities for peace and presence.

Through this, we discover that mindfulness isn't an activity to be scheduled, but a way of living that can be woven into the fabric of our most hectic days, providing a sense of calm amidst the demands of a busy day.

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The Mindfulness Association offer free online guided meditations from Monday to Friday on Zoom (the sessions are at 10:30 and 19:00 UTC).

The daily sit is open to all comers and are an excellent way to prioritise your mindfulness practice.

Why not join us!?! https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/free-resources/free-daily-online-mindfulness-meditation/

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28/10/2026

Tonglen Weekend (Online)
14th – 15th November with Jacky Seery

We are naturally conditioned to push pain away and cling to joy. This is understandable as humans evolved to avoid pain, but some difficulty, suffering and pain is unavoidable so learning to respond in a supportive and compassionate way is essential. Tonglen does just this.

Originating from ancient Buddhist tradition, "Tong" (sending out) and "Len" (receiving) is a profound meditation practice that changes how we relate to difficulty—both in our own lives and in the world around us.

A common misconception is that you end up taking on other people’s burden. In reality, Tonglen connects you to your own capacity for compassion, allowing you to transform hardship into genuine positive qualities.

This weekend, we are offering an opportunity to explore the Tonglen practice in depth:
- Begin by working constructively through personal challenges.
- Gradually extend that sense of compassion outward to others.

It is a steady, transformative way to cultivate resilience and open your heart to the full experience of being alive.

Find out more and book your place here: https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/course/tonglen-weekend/

British Association of Mindfulness-Based Approaches

27/10/2026

***FREE NOVEMBER MINDFULNESS CALENDAR***

Find peace right in the heart of your daily routine with our free monthly mindfulness calendar.

Centred on the unique Mindfulness Association practice of "Resting in the Midst," this month’s calendar offers simple daily prompts to help you drop anchor and rest right in the middle of a busy day.

The simple but profound heart of resting in the midst is that it helps us let go of the idea of being mindful as somehow a separate activity, and helps us realise we can bring that awareness to anything and everything! Each prompt throughout November invites you to rest just where you are.

Download your free copy today and cultivate a moment of ease wherever you are.

Click here to download - https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/latest-news/november-2026-mindfulness-calendar/

26/10/2026

***FREE MEDITATION SESSIONS***

Let’s Sit Together! Join Our FREE Daily Online Guided Mindfulness Meditation

From Monday to Friday we offer Free Daily Meditations. At 10:30am and 7pm (UK Time) we come together to share a nourishing practice and the sense of connection and togetherness that group practice brings.

To find out more and join the sessions click here -
https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/free-resources/free-daily-online-mindfulness-meditation/

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Mindfulness - Compassion - Insight - Wisdom - Teacher Training

24/10/2026

Mini Meditation – Resting in the Midst

In Resting in the Midst, we explore a refreshingly gentle approach to meditation.

Neuroscientist Joseph Jebelli highlights a powerful truth for modern life: doing nothing is essential for our brain health and mental well-being. When we pause the constant urge to produce and simply let ourselves be, our mind naturally resets, lowers stress, and restores focus.

Give yourself permission to pause. Step away from the noise and discover the deep calm of doing nothing.

Join us for Resting in the Midst—your brain will thank you.

23/10/2026

We are the Mindfulness Association and Compassion is at the heart of all we do!

We are dedicated to helping as many people as possible engage with the transformative practices of mindfulness and compassion! We want to ensure that people have access to our practices and talks, and we offer a variety of free content and material to help people in their mindfulness journey.

We offer for free:

• Free daily guided meditations Monday to Friday at 10:30 and 19:00 (UTC)

• Hundreds of free guided meditations, mini-meditations and talks on our YouTube Channel

• A library of blogs, thought pieces and reflections written by our team of mindfulness experts

• Our Mindfulness Association App is available for free and has recordings of all the guided practices from our Mindfulness Based Living Course (MBLC)

• We even off a Free Introduction to Mindfulness course

Why not explore the practices and resources we have on offer. Join our community and sit with us during the daily sit! Watch our recordings, read ou writings and begin your mindfulness journey!

Click here for all of our free resources https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/free-resources/

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