When we practice forgiveness - on ourselves or others - we give ourselves the chance to let go of the anger, resentment, and frustration that's kept us stuck. It's a pathway to relief. And yet, despite these benefits, many of us struggle to practice it. We're often not shown great models of forgiveness in our younger years and can get confused about when and how to forgive when we're older. That's why Joyce Cordus and Frits Koster have developed the Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness (MBTF). Join them as they give you the insights and tools to help you forgive yourself, ask for forgiveness, and, of course, forgive others. The training has a non-religious character and is scientifically backed.

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At heart, a great deal of the problems we face in the world come down to one thing: we have become disconnected from one another. The continual growth in inequality, the increase in global conflicts, and the steady worsening of climate change - these phenomena are only possible in a world where one group of people has systematically dehumanized another. That’s the bad news. The good news is that every single one of us has the power to change this and it relies on us developing more and better relationships - with ourselves, with those close to us, and with those who are distant.

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Building trusting relationships between patients and healthcare providers is not merely beneficial; it is essential for effective healthcare delivery. Trust enhances communication, encourages patient engagement, and ultimately leads to better health outcomes. By prioritizing these relationships, healthcare systems can foster environments that promote equity, understanding, and holistic care for all patients. The concept of positionality plays a crucial role in shaping these relationships.

The interplay of positionality and power highlights the need for self-reflective practice and authenticity among healthcare providers. By acknowledging their positionality, providers can build trust and facilitate better patient outcomes. Coconspirators play a vital role in this process by advocating for equity, creating supportive environments, and fostering collaboration. Together, these elements contribute to a healthier, more equitable, and sustainable healthcare system, ultimately benefiting both providers and patients.

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How do we meet and respond to climate and ecological breakdown, and the intersecting crises of social and racial injustice, without burning out? River Wolton’s new book ‘The Subtle Art of Caring: A Guide to Sustaining Compassion’ (Windhorse Publications, Nov 2023) offers creative, inspired approaches for a life in which compassion and justice for self and others are mutually sustaining. The book weaves together stories, conversations with practitioners, activists, and teachers, creative explorations, guided meditations, and illustrations by artist Emma Burleigh.

Join River to discuss how the capacities for mindfulness, kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity, together with the power of community, enable activism and contemplative practice to nourish and support each other.

The evening will include a short practice, readings from the book, and a Q&A. This event is offered in collaboration with the Mindfulness Network Community Friends (MNCF) - an initiative to engage the wider mindfulness community and reach new audiences. Led by a Committee of Volunteers, supported by the Mindfulness Network, we work together to run a programme of donation-based events and inspiring content. You are welcome to visit the Community Friends area of our Community site, which is open to all, for more opportunities to practice and learn together.

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Adderley Positive Research Incubator with Ayana Younge - “Creating an Optimal Workplace: How Expressions of Gratitude and Appreciation Enhance Employee’s Sense of Belonging”

Since our first gathering in 2004, the Adderley Positive Research Incubator has enabled 250 researchers in the broad domain of Positive Organizational Scholarship (POS) to share early research ideas. Designed to foster a developmental environment characterized by positive regard, generative insights, and new collaborative possibilities, incubators encourage both high-quality research and scholarly growth.

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