The Only Time You Have is Now
So begin to let go of repeated thoughts of the past and future
What is Mindfulness?
A practice where you bring your attention to the present moment and observe your thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations with self-compassion.
Mindfulness helps:
Develop self-compassion and become kinder to yourself
Reduce anxiety and stress
Improve focus and concentration
Increase your awareness of your thoughts, behaviours and emotions
Develop deeper and meaningful relationships with others
Improve attention and concentration
Research has shown that mindfulness has been connected to an improved satisfaction in life, an increased ability to take actions on your values and interests, as well as being important for your overall wellbeing
(Brown & Ryan, 2003)
Who can practice mindfulness?
Anyone!
You can practice mindfulness at any time throughout your day
“Although I'm a big proponent of formal meditation—for the discipline, joy, and calm it brings—I'm moving into an even greater phase of being fully present all the time.
It's a heightened state of being that lets whatever you're doing be your best life, from moment to astonishing moment.”
- Oprah Winfrey
Previous Clients Words
“The class allowed space for me to connect with myself and I felt a deep relaxation that helped me let go of emotional stress I have carried around for some time. Natasha is highly skilled and embodies the qualities needed for students to achieve stillness and get the most out of their practice.”
- Kirsty
“I’d always been a little intimidated by yoga thinking it was only for very flexible people, but Natasha makes it very accessible for all levels and gives you plenty of options and the confidence to push yourself.”
- Jillian
Ways to Work Together
Private Group Workshops
Tailored mindfulness, meditation, and/or yoga sessions for private groups, available in Edinburgh, or elsewhere in Scotland upon request, or online.
Suitable for groups of children, teenagers, and adults in your organisation.
Previous Work
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
March 2024
I delivered to family 'Slow Down Sunday’ workshops during Mantal Health Awareness Week which included creative mindfulness, yoga, book reading of my debut book ‘Slow Down Amaya’ and craft.
Common Ground Pilgrimages
May 2024
I delivered three yoga and meditation sessions for a group of 22 people, from America, on a literary pilgrimage in Edinburgh. One of the participants shared that:
“I enjoyed yoga so much I plan to begin a practice once I get back home. Using the bolster to support my spine was a game changer - I’m going to buy one when I get back home. You have such a kind, compassionate demeanor.”
- Sonya
Big Hearts Community Trust
June, September and November 2024
June - Beginner friendly teen yoga session followed by a creative mindfulness session, with young people in their ‘That's Me!’ Project. It was the group's first time experiencing yoga and mindfulness.
They shared the following comments during the session…
“I feel like I need a bubble bath.”
“This is the first time I have felt calm in a really long time, apart from when i'm sleeping.”
September - I shared a creative mindfulness and yoga session for Big Hearts Kinship Carer group to share tools to feel more relaxed.
November - Yoga session for a group of parent carers, with a neurodivergent child(ren), as part of a self-care session. Each parent carer received a copy of my book Mindful Living: A Guide for You and Your Family, to explore more ways to take care of their wellbeing.
Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution (SCCR)
8th November 2024
Two family yoga and mindfulness workshops as part of The BIG Family Event at Dynamic Earth sharing activities to promote positive wellbeing.
Yin Yoga
5th April & 11th May
Yin Yoga classes for International Women at Saughton Park and Art and Spirituality Centre in Edinburgh to help bring calm to your mind and body. These classes were funded by Volant to be able to be free for attendees.
Please note: If you have experienced PTSD or serious health issues please speak to your GP or other relevant medical practitioner before practicing mindfulness meditation.
Get in Touch
Enquire about a workshop or talk by filling in the form below or email hello@butterfly-minds.co.uk