Avoiding Burnout

*'An incredible, touching, and fun experience. I cannot recommend this highly enough.* Joshua Brostoff, Clinical Study Director Wed 15 to Sun 19 Apr 2026 Le Moulin de Canole, 24540 Capdrot, France 21 hours + of improv, all meals, lodging, swimming pool and sauna included. **Early bird prices include £50 off when you book before 15 Feb.** Info and bookings: [https://imprology.com/G201462/we.shtml](https://imprology.com/G201462/we.shtml)

ONLINE WORKSHOP \| Meet Your Inner Saboteurs What if the biggest obstacle in your life... is you? We all have inner voices that hold us back — the perfectionist, the people-pleaser, the constant worrier. These are your Inner Saboteurs, and they shape how you think, feel, and respond every single day. In this introductory workshop you will: ✅ Discover what Inner Saboteurs are and how they work ✅ Identify which ones are most active in your own life ✅ See how they affect your relationships, work, and wellbeing ✅ Leave with practical tools to start shifting your mindset 🎯 Perfect for: anyone curious about self-awareness and personal growth — no prior experience needed. 👤 Facilitated by: Gabriela 🔗 Sign up now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/meet-your-inner-saboteurs-tickets-1985871294500?aff=erellivmlt #InnerSaboteurs #MindsetWork #PersonalGrowth #OnlineWorkshop #SelfAwareness

Take a pause from your busy day and join us for a 20-minute guided meditation to breathe your stress away, decompress your body and mind, centre yourself and restore your wellbeing. Leave feeling refreshed, recharged and refocused, ready to tackle the rest of your day. No experience is necessary – this free in-person meditation is open to everyone. **This is a free in-person meditation.** **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.

We're now meeting each month at the Bear in Camberwell, where great food and drink options are available, and we can get some time on their decks. Come along with a bunch of vinyl you'd like to play and share with us. This month we’re heading to the Beach. Think sun, sea and sand. Think coasts with the most – from Brighton to Miami, Blackpool to California. Dip your toes or wade in – whether it’s Balearic bliss, surf rock or poolside punk, keep it sun drenched. Pack some vinyl, grab a drink, and join us. (Sunscreen optional). And don't forget to RSVP!

WELCOME A supportive, growing community for writers and readers. I organise and gently hold the space — and it’s been beautiful watching this become a regular place to focus and connect. ⸻ WHAT TO EXPECT Focused co-working for writing or reading. All levels welcome. No critiques. No pressure. No one reads your work. Arrive anytime before 6:45pm to settle in. Quiet session begins 7pm (write – short break – write). Finish around 8:30pm, optional chats after. Venue closes at 9pm — we must be fully out by then. Please pay upon ordering. ⸻ VENUE We sit in the Literacy Lounge area (far right). Food and drinks available to purchase. Wi-Fi sign-in appears automatically. Located near Angel & Highbury & Islington stations. Free street parking after 6:30pm (check signs). ⸻ ABOUT ME I create from lived experience — rooted in care, healing, and meaningful connection. I try to greet everyone, even if I can’t linger long. You are warmly welcomed. ⸻ See you soon, Sara x For full event listings: ShutUp&Write!

### **HAPPINESS HABITS** **Use this link to signed up to the course:** **[https://actionforhappiness.org/course/happiness-habits-bromley-1/?utm=VL](https://actionforhappiness.org/course/happiness-habits-bromley-1/?utm=VL)** Attendance is only confirmed after signing up to the course via the link!!! This 6-week course has been developed by **Action for Happiness**, drawing on the wisdom of experts across many fields to cover the practical habits of living a happier life and spreading happiness to others. **Week-by-Week Breakdown:** **Week 1: Gratitude,** Wednesday, April 15, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM **Week 2: Self-Care,** Wednesday, April 22, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM **Week 3: Relationships,** Wednesday, April 29, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM **Week 4: Resilience,** Wednesday, May 6, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM **Week 5: Kindness,** Wednesday, May 13, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM **Week 6: Meaning,** Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM *All timings are local time for the course location GMT* The course is**r un by local volunteers**a nd is offered on a donation basis—so please feel free to **give whatever you can** afford. Most people choose the suggested donation, but any amount is welcome, and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. ### **ABOUT THE COURSE** **Happiness Habits** is a **secular, science-based program** for anyone looking to learn how to live happily and share that happiness with others. Each week focuses on a different theme—from gratitude and self-care to resilience and meaning. What you’ll do each week: * Watch **expert videos** that reveal the latest research and practical tips for happier living * Participate in **group discussions** and **mindfulness practices** that help you apply what you learn * Take home **self-chosen actions** to integrate these habits into your daily life Each week features exclusive content some of the world’s most trusted experts in the science of happiness: **Week 1: Gratitude** * *What can we learn about happiness?* Vanessa King - Head of Psychology, Action for Happiness * *How can we become happier?* Shawn Achor - Bestselling Positive Psychology Author **Week 2: Self-Care** * *How can we be kinder to ourselves?* Kristen Neff - Professor of Psychology, University of Texas * *How can we get the basics right?* Rupy Aujla - General Practice Doctor and Healthy Eating Expert & Darryl Edwards - Movement Coach and Author **Week 3: Relationships** * *Why are relationships important for our happiness?* Robert Waldinger - Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School * *How can we look after our Relationships?* Roxy Manning - Psychotherapist and Nonviolent Communication Expert **Week 4: Resilience** * *How can we be more resilient?* Tal Ben-Shahar - Positive Psychologist, Harvard University * *How can we be happy in dark times?* Maria Sirois - Positive Psychologist and Author **Week 5: Kindness** * *How can we become kinder?* Matthieu Ricard, Buddhist Monk and Author * *Why does kindness matter?* Chude Jideonwo - Journalist and Entrepreneur & Nipun Mehta - Founder of ServiceSpace **Week 6: Meaning** * *What makes life meaningful?* Gretchen Rubin, Bestselling Author * *What should be the purpose of our lives?* Jon Kabat-Zinn - Professor of Medicine, University of Massachusetts & Richard Layard - Economist, London School of Economics ### **WHO THE COURSE IS FOR** **This course is for anyone** interested in exploring how to create and share happiness—whether you’re: * **Rebuilding your well-being** after tough times * **Seeking the latest research** to dive deeper into happiness science * **Looking to connect** with like-minded people for mutual support * **Eager to help others** from family and friends to your wider community No prior experience is required. If you have a keen interest in boosting your own happiness or in helping others lead happier lives, this course is for you. *Please note: while the course is supportive and community-focused, it is **not** group therapy. If you’re experiencing severe challenges, we recommend seeking professional help.*

In this iteration of the Philosophy of Life Sciences Reading group we'll explore biopolitics in the 21st century, through Byung-Chul Han's *The Burnout Society*. We'll focus on chapters 1-6, but it's a pretty short book so, if you have the time, feel free to read the whole thing. Anyone from any background is welcome! Byung-Chul Han frames neurological disorders, such as ADHD and burnout, as excesses of positivity, rather than negativities, symptoms of a society that continually demands for participation and production. Have we moved beyond disciplinary power? How should we respond to a society that demands us to be always active? And, given the recent "vibe shift", is this critique of neoliberalism even relevant? If you'd like access to the pdf, feel free to reach out to me via message. Please don’t worry too much about the RSVP list: we usually have around 5–10 people attending already. From Goodreads: Our competitive, service-oriented societies are taking a toll on the late-modern individual. Rather than improving life, multitasking, "user-friendly" technology, and the culture of convenience are producing disorders that range from depression to attention deficit disorder to borderline personality disorder. Byung-Chul Han interprets the spreading malaise as an inability to manage negative experiences in an age characterized by excessive positivity and the universal availability of people and goods. Stress and exhaustion are not just personal experiences, but social and historical phenomena as well. Denouncing a world in which every against-the-grain response can lead to further disempowerment, he draws on literature, philosophy, and the social and natural sciences to explore the stakes of sacrificing intermittent intellectual reflection for constant neural connection.

You're exhausted. And somehow, you still feel like you're not doing enough. That's not a productivity problem. That's your inner critic, and it's running the show. Most of us have a voice in our heads that keeps score. That reminds us of every mistake, every missed opportunity, every way we've fallen short. In a city like LONDON, where everyone looks like they're thriving, that voice can get very loud, very fast. This group is for people who are done letting it win. Over two hours, we slow down (genuinely slow down) and do something most of us rarely make time for, learn to be a little kinder to ourselves. **What we do together:** Each session combines guided meditation, practical self-compassion exercises, and space for genuine human connection. You'll leave with tools you can use in your daily life, and perhaps a few new faces you're glad you met. **In this group you can expect to:** Explore how your inner critic works — and how to respond to it differently * Experience guided meditations designed to calm the mind and build self-compassion Learn practical, evidence-based exercises grounded in mindfulness and compassion-focused approaches * Meet like-minded people in a warm, non-judgemental space **Who is this for?** Everyone is welcome, whether you've never meditated before or you've been practising for years. This group is especially for you if you recognise yourself in any of these: \*You tend to be your own harshest critic * You feel exhausted, stretched thin, or close to burnout \*You find it easier to be kind to others than to yourself * You want to meet genuine people in a meaningful setting — not another networking event Just click on attend and you'll get all details of the event on your email. See you there!

Our phones make our life easier and efficient. But how often do you find yourself picking up your phone, to discover that time just slipped away, again, and what really mattered got squeezed out? So, it’s not about rejecting our phones altogether – it’s about not being ruled by our phones and living with more intention. This session explores strategies and tips on how to: * break the scroll habit * reclaim your time and attention * create healthier digital habits **This is a free live in-person 60-minute seminar.** ***Waitlisted participants*** *who would still like to attend are welcome to check [here](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/events/reset-your-phone-habits-316-276/?occurrence=2026-04-18#mec-events-meta-group-booking-3663) for any available places.* **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.

An easy way to take time out: a **30-minute guided meditation** to pause, let go of your day, unwind your mind and create a space for calm and peace. **This is a free in-person meditation.** **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.

Join Voice Over Pros Of Ohio for an exciting morning of networking, and exploring opportunities in the world of voice acting. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for expanding your network, learning how to start a VO business, and for honing your skills. Connect with fellow voice actors and VO experts, that will help you succeed in your voice over business. This event will feature discussions on professional development, entrepreneurship in the voice over industry, with tips for navigating the world of voice acting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from others, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and take your voice over career to the next level. Join us Saturday, March 28, from 10am - 12pm and learn how to start or grow your voice over business. Let your voice be heard! The $10 fee covers refreshments and door prizes.

Semi in honor of March being International Women's Month Columbus libraries: [https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3454709](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3454709) Location: SOW Plated Menu: [https://www.sowplated.com/menu-brunch/](https://www.sowplated.com/menu-brunch/) Book summary: In 2006 Julia Lerner is living in Moscow, a recent university graduate in computer science, when she's recruited by Russia's largest intelligence agency. By 2018 she's in Silicon Valley as COO of Tangerine, one of America's most famous technology companies. In between her executive management (make offers to promising startups, crush them and copy their features if they refuse); self promotion (check out her latest op-ed in the WSJ, on Work/Life Balance 2.0); and work in gender equality (transfer the most annoying females from her team), she funnels intelligence back to the motherland. But now Russia's asking for more, and Julia's getting nervous. Alice Lu is a first generation Chinese American whose parents are delighted she's working at Tangerine (such a successful company!). Too bad she's slogging away in the lower echelons, recently dumped, and now sharing her expensive two-bedroom apartment with her cousin Cheri, a perennial "founder's girlfriend". One afternoon, while performing a server check, Alice discovers some unusual activity, and now she's burdened with two powerful but distressing suspicions: Tangerine's privacy settings aren't as rigorous as the company claims they are, and the person abusing this loophole might be Julia Lerner herself. The closer Alice gets to Julia, the more Julia questions her own loyalties. Russia may have placed her in the Valley, but she's the one who built her career; isn't she entitled to protect the lifestyle she's earned?

Walk for Children - 2026 Save Soil Walkathon in Columbus 🌍 Over 52% of the world soil is degraded and scientists warn we may have only a few decades of fertile soil left. As Sadhguru shares, soil is a living system—and when it degrades, our food, health, and future are at risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyT-6qiubd0 🚶‍♂️🌎This Earth Day, Join the Walk for Children-2026 SaveSoil 5K Walkathon here in Columbus and help raise awareness about soil for the future of our children! Every step you take helps: ✔️ 1. Raise awareness in your communities about protecting and restoring soil. ✔️ 2. Supports sustainable food systems. ✔️ 3. Helps secure our children’s future. 📅 Date: April 26, 2026 📍 Location: Scioto Audubon Metro Park Check-in address 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215 ⏰ Time: 8:30 a.m. check-in event starts at 9:30 a.m. 👉 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-for-children-2026-save-soil-walkathon-in-columbus-registration-1986596534713?aff=oddtdtcreator 👉🏼Free and Open to All. Share this message and bring your neighbours, friends & family along to celebrate our planet! Let’s make it happen!

The Alliance is part of the Greater Central Ohio Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We are an all-voices chorus dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all those who love to sing, regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation or musical background. The Alliance is the first and only all-voices barbershop chorus in Central Ohio. **Who:** Anyone with a passion for singing at a high level. Previous barbershop chorus/quartet experience not required. **When:** The Alliance rehearses weekly on Thursdays from 7pm-10pm. **Where:** Lord Of Life Lutheran Church: 2480 W Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235 To become a full member of The Alliance, we welcome you to start by visiting us for a few rehearsals to experience the group and sing with us! Then, you may begin the 2-part audition process for membership: the assessement, and audition. We strive to make our auditions as stress-free as possible to help you let your best singing self shine.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

Interested in seeing what The Alliance has been working on in 2026? Come be our practice audience as we prepare to sing at JAD/CAR Preliminary Contest! We will be debuting our brand new contest set, and you won't want to miss it! Our chapter quartets, Intermission Quartet and Coffee Talk will also be performing! This is a free event!

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 22 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.