Just a Pause – An Intro to Mindfulness course

Whether it's work stress, whānau pressures, or uncertainty about the future – we all deal with worry, doubt and feeling overwhelmed. When we feel like this, it's easy to get stuck on autopilot – feeling disconnected from what matters to us.

This four-lesson course will show you how mindfulness can help you feel more grounded and calmer by connecting you to the present moment instead of getting caught up in your thoughts.

Research shows that regularly practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety. So, why not give it a try!

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What you'll learn

Lesson 1: Getting started: What is mindfulness and how to begin
Lesson 2: Finding your anchor: Breath and movement practices
Lesson 3: Strengthening your practice: Body, emotion and nature connection
Lesson 4: Taking it further: Working with discomfort, building mindful connections with others and continuing your practice

What to expect from the course...

1 Engaging lessons: Follow our characters' journeys and discover simple, effective mindful practices and techniques you can use daily to feel more calmer and grounded.

2 Interactive worksheets: Your lessons include short, interactive worksheets – including audio guides and meditations so you can put what you’ve learnt into practice!

3 Extra resources: Including videos, more guided audio meditations and additional activities you can download and practice between lessons.

4 Track your progress: Keep track of your progress and see how the course is helping you by answering a few questions at the start of your course and along the way.

What type of support will I receive?

The amount of support you receive will depend on how you choose to do this course. If the healthcare professional you are working with prescribes it for you, they will receive updates on your wellbeing and progress so they can support you.

If you choose the self-care method, you won't get support from your health professional. The self-care method is designed to enhance motivation and self-reliance. Provided you complete all parts of the course, your results from the self-care method will be as good as with supervision.