Category Archives: inspiration

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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Lucy Duggan shares her story of recovery from bipolar

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Lucy Barfoot

The staff team of myself (Lucy B), Lucy D and Kathryn are very open about our mental health backgrounds, with some of the team experiencing mental health issues, and some of them not. This experience reinforces Light Box’s beliefs and values around … 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 #3

Posted on December 21, 2012 by admin

Scroll #3: Things to be mindful of this Christmas. Other people who might be lonely this Christmas. See family. Having good friends. Giving not taking. Be thankful for what you already have. Putting others before yourself. At least we have … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #2

Posted on December 20, 2012 by admin

Scroll #2: Christmas on a budget. Homemade cards and presents – chutneys go down a treat! Secret santa friends. Make your own wrapping paper. Write personal Gratitude Letters. Free hugs instead of pressies! “Book of loveliness” – Write down nice … Continue reading →

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The 12 Scrolls of Christmas #1

Posted on December 19, 2012 by admin

As part of our How to Have a Happy Christmas events (with the super Happy City Initiative) we asked people to contribute to the 12 Scrolls of Christmas.  It wasn’t long before each scroll, with a different positive theme, was overflowing with … Continue reading →

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Exploring Arnolfini

Posted on November 23, 2012 by admin

The 3 Year Happiness Project’s first Exploring Arnolfini was a great success!  Thank you to all who came. We explored Matti Braun’s exhibition with curiosity and playfulness.  Most of the group were not regular visitors to Arnolfini, and with simple … Continue reading →

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You Beauty!

Posted on July 6, 2012 by admin

This week was the second to last workshop of the current courses with women and young people.  What a great journey it has been so far!  We love working with our groups and thought you might like to read some … Continue reading →

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