In their own words
Participant feedback
Real feedback from people who have joined my mindfulness courses, meditation sessions and workshops in Portsmouth and online.
Benefits of mindfulness
Reminded me of the importance of self-connection, awareness and empowerment.
Doing the Body Scan each night has helped clear the mind and sleep quicker.
Helped me to deal with my overthinking and racing mind.
Highly recommend and think the course has been invaluable.
Guidance and support
Elisa led the meditations in a grounded, positive and authentic voice. I engaged better with her than almost any other teacher of similar courses.
I felt safe, which enabled me to contribute in group discussions, but also not pressured.
The sessions were relaxed and I felt calm and centred.
Greater understanding and guidance that has come from face-to-face meetings.
I have liked being able to share my experience and listening to others, and having a set session each week.
Everyday tools and benefits
More awareness of how I feel in situations.
The techniques you can use in real life.
A break from normal routine and making time for myself.
Some useful tools and practices — specifically the 3-minute grounding and centring.
It has helped me get started with some homework and structure.
Life is a stressful juggle; this helped me deal with what is needed now.
Lasting impact
Made me think about a different way of thinking about my life and well-being.
Learning to be curious and non-judgemental.
Really enjoyed this learning journey.
Feeling calmer, lighter and more aware by the end of the session.
It has made me appreciate my life more.
I have felt happier and really enjoyed it.
I have much more awareness of how I am feeling and regularly take a moment to notice how I am feeling and take a breath.
It has made me more motivated.
Workshops and events
The session was amazing — I found the sound bath so relaxing, and I find it hard to switch off.
I felt so much lighter and refreshed by the end of the session.