Mindfulness and self-care for gay men - an 8 week course
Details
A former participant of the 8‑week course shared: “I recommend Nick’s course to everyone. It has given me the tools to no longer be overwhelmed by my thoughts and emotions. It’s the single most impactful thing I have done for my mental health and well‑being.”
If you’re ready to break free from autopilot habits and create lasting change, this course is for you.
What to Expect
- Small, supportive groups: maximum 14 men, fostering trust, connection, and shared learning.
- Practical tools: Techniques to calm the inner critic, replace harsh self‑talk with nurturing dialogue, and re‑wire habitual patterns.
- Guided meditations & home practice: Evenings combine meditation, reflection, and discussion, allowing deeper exploration than our Monday‑night sessions.
Each week builds on the last, helping you move from “doing” to “being” and from reactive habits to intentional, compassionate living.
Weekly Overview
THEME & KEY PRACTICES
1. Recognising autopilot; awakening the senses to experience life anew.
2. Balancing the doing mode with the being mode.
3. 3‑minute breathing‑space meditation for daily pauses; introduction to the 5 Tibetans (10‑minute vitality yoga).
4. Listening to sounds without irritation; treating thoughts as “mental sounds.”
5. Integrating all tools to meet difficult emotions with kindness—often the most transformative week.
6. Loving‑kindness practice: cultivating care for yourself and others.
7. Transforming negative self‑talk into nurturing inner dialogue. |
8. Reviewing the journey and committing to sustainable daily practices. |
Course Dates
Spring 2026
Block 1 (Sessions 1‑4)
- Thu 30 April
- Thu 7 May
- Thu 14 May
- Thu 21 May
Integration break: Thu 28 May (no meeting)
Block 2 (Sessions 5‑8)
- Thu 4 June
- Thu 11 June
- Thu 18 June
- Thu 25 June
Autumn 2026
- Wednesdays 7 October – 25 November (pre‑booking welcome)
Spaces are limited to keep the group intimate.
Practical Details
- Time: 7:00 – 9:15 pm
- Venue: Canary Wharf
- Travel: Jubilee/Elizabeth Line (≈ 15 min walk) or East India DLR (≈ 5 min walk)
Fee: £ 359 (standard) / £ 259 (concession)
How to Join
Secure your place by clicking the booking link below and take the first step toward a calmer, more empowered you.