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Kathryn on Mindfulness. No1.

Posted on May 16, 2013 by admin

As I sit down to write this blog entry on Mindfulness I am struck by a great irony: in the exploration of mindfulness, of savouring my experiences to inspire me writing this piece, I have let the emails and phone … Continue reading →

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How to Bokeh: an exciting photography technique

Posted on February 13, 2013 by admin

Bokeh ay, we’ve been meaning to try it out for over a year, and now we’ve finally cracked it. It was much easier and much more fun than we first imagined, and you don’t have to be skilled with manual … Continue reading →

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Mega Opportunities for Humour and Playfulness

Posted on December 31, 2012 by admin

A huge list here of all the ideas from this term’s Humour and Playfulness workshops. We put forward the question ‘How can you bring more humour into your lives, how can you make life more playful?’ and this is what … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #12

Posted on December 30, 2012 by admin

Last, but by no means least we end on recognising our valued connections with others.  Who will you be celebrating when you look back over the last 12 months?  Who can you say a big Thank You to, and who … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #11

Posted on December 29, 2012 by admin

Scroll #11: Fun and quality time with family and friends over Christmas and New Year. Playing games together! Spend New Year on a pilgrim walk in nature remembering the previous year together. Read to each other from books – like … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #10

Posted on December 28, 2012 by admin

Scroll #10. What have you noticed brings happiness most in Bristol? Going to concerts and walking around the waterfront. Meeting up with like minded people. Lilly – my student daughter. Creativity. Making friends. Making conversation with strangers – having a … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #9

Posted on December 27, 2012 by admin

Scroll #9: Which community groups get you active? Windmill Hill City Farm Art Group. Art and Power. The happy City! Bristol and West A.C. Mindfulness Bristol. Light Box. Stepping Out Theatre Group. Choices 4 U Guiding. Yoga and Windmill Hill … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #8

Posted on December 26, 2012 by admin

Scroll #8:  What could you give without spending money? Time, focus and love to friends and family. Home-made presents: Jam, lemon curd, toffee, truffles with nice labels “made with love”. Thanks – to all of those who take the time … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #7

Posted on December 25, 2012 by admin

Scroll #7: Ideas for an alcohol free Christmas. Mulled apple juice is a warm and alternative festive drink. A lovely hot chocolate with cream. Pure orange juice. Games – you will be awake so much more! Cream tea with a … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #6

Posted on December 24, 2012 by admin

Scroll #6:  Eating healthily over Christmas… Eat the Clementine at the bottom of your stocking. Fresh fruits (dipped in chocolate..?!) Raclette with vegetables! High cocoa chocolate (avoid high mild and sugar) Eat the carrots that Santa didn’t take for his … Continue reading →

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