I recently attended Breathworks' Introduction to Mindful Compassion as a Health care Intervention in Manchester. The three days are a mixture of practice and theory during which we were able to see how self compassion is central to how we manage difficulty in our lives, and how it facilitates a deep connection with others. We were given models to work with as well as meditation practices and small group exercises to explore the process of becoming more compassionate. The group came from a wide range of backgrounds within health care, and included one person from Brazil and one person from Portugal. This helped us to realise that different cultural expectations, even when positive (i.e., the desire to be happy) can still obscure compassionate engagement. The exercises we were given were personal tools to use for ourselves and to share with (but not teach) others in the workplace if we should chose to. The group was 'held' supportively and sensitively by two Breathworks teachers, and I would fully recommend this course.

Attending the 8 weeks course offered by Breathworks called Mindfulness for Stress turned out to be almost life-changing. It has given me resources and new skills to manage even the most stressful of all situation. This course has brought an unprecedented level of calm to my life and to those who are around me. I recommend it highly.

The Unitarian church on Cross Street was a great venue. Sheila is a super teacher. I would recommend this course to anyone (especially those with a stressful job or who have gone through a difficult time in their life).

Finally, there is someone out there who understands me!!!!! Thank you Breathworks for giving me the tools to move forward in life with a new optimism and faith, that things are going to get better. I couldn't of imagined just how much the simple meditations and ways of thinking could dampen down such pain. The breathing anchors have been a favourite of mine, as well as the Treasure of Pleasure meditation. I have made friends for life in a warm, inviting an non-judgemental environment along with tutors that encourage, enthuse and inspire.