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1 Learning in mind December 2015 March 2016 New courses are being added all the time, see for details Find us on learninginmind Follow us on Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

2 Redbridge Institute Learning in Mind working in partnership with Imagine Independence Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

3 Exciting New Opportunities Could you volunteer to support learners with mild to moderate mental ill health? Learning in Mind We are looking for volunteers to support our Learning in mind programme. Volunteers will have the opportunity to contribute to some of the following: co-designing courses assisting in pre-assessments and teaching and learning activities organising and supporting top-up workshops and drop-ins promoting the Learning in mind programme. For more information and an application pack, please contact: Errolie Sermaine Learning in mind Redbridge Institute, Gants Hill, Ilford IG2 6TD We welcome volunteers who have experienced mental ill health Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

4 Contents Welcome 5 Courses: You can enrol on as many courses as you want! Creative Arts 8 Health and Wellbeing 11 Personal Development 16 Groups: Wellbeing Groups 18 What else do we have planned? 21 How to enrol on a course 22 Frequently Asked Questions 23 Stay Healthy with NHS Choices 26 How to enrol: By telephone: By In person: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk Redbridge Institute,, Gants Hill, Ilford IG2 6TD Errolie Sermaine, Learning in mind Project Coordinator, can be contacted for further information on Errolie.Sermaine@redbridge-iae.ac.uk Learning in mind Tutors and Partners We are collaborating with a number of partners on our Learning in mind project including North East London NHS Foundation Trust, Redbridge Concern for Mental Health, the Richmond Fellowship, JAMI and many others. Our fully qualified course tutors have been specially selected for their passion and ability to support learners in a safe and welcoming environment. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

5 Welcome to Learning in Redbridge Institute Learning in mind is a new programme of courses starting in September 2015 to help people with mild to moderate mental ill health, specifically anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. Our courses offer opportunities to: Build confidence Feel more in control Learn from others Improve skills and abilities Meet new people Find out about our wide range of fun, free, Learning in mind courses and activities available to you across Redbridge. We re working in partnership with organisations to help support people with mild to moderate mental ill health. Joni Cunningham Principal We are delighted to welcome you to our new Learning in mind programme. Evidence suggests that adult learning can improve wellbeing, reduce depression and improve self-worth. With 1 in 4 people likely to have mental ill health in any year these courses can really make a difference to people s lives. Redbridge Institute is a friendly, inclusive and enjoyable place to learn. We look forward to welcoming and supporting you on your journey. Errolie Sermaine Errolie Sermaine Project Coordinator Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

6 Choosing the right course The courses for Learning in mind are free of charge to anyone who is currently experiencing mild to moderate mental ill health, specifically anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. Before you choose your course, take a moment to think about how you have felt over the past two weeks and work through the self-assessment guide below. How do you feel? No, not at all Some of the time Most of the time All the time 1. I feel optimistic about my future 2. I ve been feeling useful 3. I ve been feeling relaxed 4. I ve been dealing with problems well 5. I ve been able to make up my own mind Signs of Anxiety No, not at all Some of the time Most of the time All the time 1. I feel nervous, anxious or on edge 2. I feel like I worry too much about everything 3. My head is full of constant chatter 4. I feel restless, like I cannot settle or relax 5. I suffer from panic attacks, palpitations and/or shortness of breath Signs of Depression No, not at all Some of the time Most of the time All the time 1. I find fault in things/people that used to make me happy 2. I feel sad 3. I have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep 4. I have a poor appetite or I feel I overeat 5. I lack energy and feel life is a struggle When you have completed the self-assessment guide...turn to page 7 Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

7 Choosing the right course Once you have completed the self-assessment guide, look at how many times you have ticked the same colour. This will guide you towards the most suitable course for you right now. If you have ticked mostly green, you already have some confidence in social settings, and have gained awareness and understanding of how you feel and what makes you happy. Taking the next step could lead to increased periods of good times. Any of our courses will help to increase your wellbeing but you could also think about trying new courses that would challenge you, encourage you to think about new ideas and explore new ways of coping with stress and anxiety. If you have ticked mostly purple, any of our creative expression, arts and crafts and/or physical activity courses will all help to improve your wellbeing. Also you could think about any of our courses which explore self-help methods as these will give you techniques to change the way you feel, think and behave. If you have ticked mostly blue, any of our creative expression, arts and crafts and/or physical activity courses will all help to improve your wellbeing by providing an opportunity to talk about feelings and emotions in a safe environment without being the main focus of the course. These courses will encourage wellbeing by giving you some time out, teaching you some new skills and helping to increase your confidence in social settings. Please remember this is only a guide and if you are concerned by your results or the way you are feeling, please contact your GP or the Redbridge IAPT Service on for further support, information and guidance. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

8 Creative Arts Courses Wellbeing through Pottery Colour Me Happy This course is for learners wishing to progress further after completing the Creating for Relaxation course. It will help to further develop your creativity and pottery skills in a safe and supportive environment, coached by a professional and practising potter. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will further develop your skills using clay and explore various techniques using a variety of textures and colours. This course aims to develop your imagination and enhance your creativity. This course is for people wanting to make time for themselves to relax and be creative. It will enable you to try using a variety of different media, merging and mixing colours to create a finished piece or just to experiment. You will be encouraged to express yourself using colours in a supportive and relaxing environment to reduce stress and anxiety. The emphasis will be on the creative process and not the end results of your artwork. Creative expression can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. JMH016 JMH024 Start Date Monday 11th Jan 2016 Start Date Wednesday 27th Jan pm 6.30pm 10am 3pm No. of Wks 8 No. of Wks 1 Cost : Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

9 Creative Arts Courses Creative Writing telling your story Jewellery-making for Wellbeing This introduction course will explore writing creatively as an effective tool to help increase your confidence and self esteem. You will be introduced to guided, creative and expressive writing exercises to discover what holds you back so that you can step out of your comfort zone. You will have the opportunity to build a portfolio of short fiction, poetry and plays. No special writing ability is necessary. Self-expression through creative writing can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. This course will introduce you to beading and help develop your creativity in a safe and supportive environment. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. This is a beginners course introducing you to the basic skills and techniques of beading, including the use of various workshop tools, equipment, and a range of design skills. You will have the opportunity to put these skills into practice by making different pieces of jewellery throughout the course. JMH007 JMH036 Start Date Wednesday 13th Jan 2016 Start Date Monday 11th Jan pm 2.30pm 6pm 8pm No. of Wks 5 No. of Wks 3 Cost : I felt truly relaxed this course was another piece to my puzzle. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

10 Creative Arts Courses Art for Expression Painting for Wellbeing This experiential course will introduce you to some non-directive creative visual art techniques. It is an ideal course for anyone looking to use creative work for personal growth and development in a safe and supportive environment. You will have the opportunity to explore the history of art therapy and gain practical experience of using creative techniques such as marking paper, junk modelling, and painting emotions. Learning to express yourself creatively can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. This course will enable you to use a variety of different materials such as pencil, charcoal, pastels and acrylic paints to create a different image each week. You will be encouraged to explore your imagination and artistic ability in a safe, supportive and relaxed environment. You will develop valuable practical skills and gain confidence. Self-expression through mixed media art can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. JMH058 JMH053 Start Date Friday 4th March 2016 Start Date Monday 11th Jan am 3pm 6.30pm 8.30pm No. of Wks 1 No. of Wks 5 Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

11 Health and Wellbeing Courses Learn to Meditate Mindfulness Workshop This course will explore various forms of meditation which can be a useful tool to help still the mind and relax. It may help you to keep calm and handle stressful situations better which can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will learn how to quieten your inner critic, maintain a peaceful mind in stressful situations, and control negative emotions like fear, anger, and guilt. Each session your tutor will guide you through the meditation process. This course will teach you some basic mindfulness techniques in a safe and supportive environment. Mindfulness teaches you to pay more attention to the present moment to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will explore a variety of ways to develop mindfulness in your thoughts, feelings and body. Following the workshop you will be invited back for a short followup session. JMH043 JMH006 Start Date Thursday 14th Jan 2016 Start Date Friday 11th Dec pm 8pm 10am 3pm No. of Wks 5 No. of Wks 1 (plus follow-up class) Fantastic course, really helped to reduce my stress levels. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

12 Health and Wellbeing Courses Mindfulness through Meditation EFT Tapping into Emotional Freedom This course is suitable for anyone that has completed the Learn to Meditate course or has practiced meditation before. It will explore various forms of meditation which can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will learn various techniques to help quieten your inner critic, maintain a peaceful mind in stressful situations, reduce anxiety and control negative emotions. Each session your tutor will guide you through breathing and meditation processes. This course will introduce you to Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) in a safe and supportive environment. EFT is a mind/body tool that clears physical and emotional blocks from your energy system using simple finger-tapping techniques. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will learn a variety of easy EFT techniques which can be adapted and applied in a variety of daily situations to reduce stress and anxiety. JMH044 JMH045 Start Date Friday 15th Jan 2016 Start Date Tuesday 12th Jan pm 3pm 6pm 8pm No. of Wks 8 No. of Wks 3 Very well presented, very clear and well planned, nothing was confusing or daunting. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

13 Health and Wellbeing Courses Wellbeing Pilates-style Food for Thought Eat for Happiness This course is suitable for all fitness abilities and levels. It will improve flexibility, mobility, muscle tone and strength, breathing and relaxation. Fitness classes contribute to a healthy lifestyle which can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will learn about body conditioning, practising a series of controlled movements and breathing patterns. You will also learn about the eight principles of Pilates which may improve your flexibility and mobility. This course will teach you about basic nutrition for a healthy lifestyle. You will explore the basic components of nutrition such as carbohydrates, good and bad fats, proteins and sugars and the benefits to your health of having a balanced diet. A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will also explore what impact a poor diet can have on your physical and mental wellbeing. JMH026 JMH039 Start Date Tuesday 26th Jan 2016 Start Date Monday 1st Feb pm 2pm 6pm 8pm No. of Wks 3 No. of Wks 3 Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

14 Health and Wellbeing Courses How to Manage Stress and Anxiety Come and Try Yoga This course is suitable for anyone that is struggling to manage their stress levels or having difficulty relaxing. It is ideal for anyone that wants to learn some simple coping mechanisms that work and help you feel positive more of the time. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will learn about the psychology of stress and how it can lead to anxiety, how your mind and body deals with stress and how to build effective healthy coping strategies to remain in control. This course may be particularly helpful for those with anxiety, depression or sleep disorders. This introductory course is suitable for all abilities and is about bringing mind and body together in harmony, in a safe and supportive environment. This can have a beneficial effect on your physical and mental wellbeing. The course will teach you some basic stretching exercises, relaxation techniques, breathing, concentration and meditation exercises, all of which help to encourage the release of stress and promote a healthier mind and body. JMH046 JMH057 Start Date Thursday 14th Jan 2016 Start Date Wednesday 3rd Feb pm 3pm 6pm 7pm No. of Wks 3 No. of Wks 5 Very good course, very good tutors, very relaxing. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

15 Health and Wellbeing Courses Dress to Express Give Yourself a Boost Sleep Management This course will examine self-image and its link to self-esteem and confidence. How we feel about the way we look can have a huge impact on our confidence and mental wellbeing. In a safe and supportive environment you will explore how choices in self-care, clothing, hairstyle, accessories and overall image can have a beneficial impact on your mental wellbeing. You will explore ways to increase self-esteem and confidence in a variety of everyday social situations. This course will explore various longer term sleep problems and some of their common underlying causes. You will learn some basic tools and techniques to help improve your sleep and establish natural healthy sleep patterns. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. In a safe and supportive environment you will gain a greater understanding of what sleep is, why we need it, and how much is enough. You will also explore changes you could make in your daily routine to help you gain a good nights sleep. JMH056 JMH041 Start Date Thursday 4th Feb 2016 Start Date Tuesday 9th Feb m 9pm 6pm 9pm No. of Wks 3 No. of Wks 3 It was nice to learn something new and therapeutic, I felt really positive Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

16 Personal Development Courses Building Confidence and Self-esteem Learn to be Assertive This course will explore self-esteem and barriers to feeling confident in a safe and supportive environment. It will allow you to develop a range of life skills that will enable you to make positive choices in your life based on your own individual needs. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. You will explore ways to feel comfortable in a variety of situations, building your confidence and self esteem for social occasions, meetings, interviews and making presentations. Assertiveness enables you to be better equipped to think about situations and come to decisions you feel happy with. It can help you achieve your goals and can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. This course will teach you some simple techniques in a safe and supportive environment that will help you become more confident and assertive in everyday situations. You will explore a variety of ways to say no in a positive way. JMH049 JMH037 Start Date Thursday 4th Feb 2016 Start Date Tuesday 12th Jan am 12pm 1pm 3pm No. of Wks 4 No. of Wks 3 Good mix of talk, video, practice. Excellent presenters enthusiastic, knowledgeable. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

17 Personal Development Courses Assertiveness Group Improve Your Memory Learning assertiveness is one thing, doing it isn t always so easy. Recap and refresh your assertiveness skills. Bring along your challenging scenarios and explore them through role play, in a safe and supportive setting. You need to have completed the assertiveness course. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. This course will give you the opportunity to practice assertiveness techniques in a safe and supportive environment. This course will explore what memory is and how memories are formed and recalled. It will give you some simple practical techniques such as visualisation, placement and mnemonics to help you develop and improve your memory. You will be better able to remember what you want and recall it when you need it. This course can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing, especially for those who worry that their memory is not as good as it could be. JMH014 JMH042 Start Date Friday 15th Jan 2016 Start Date Tuesday 2nd Feb am 12pm 10am 3pm No. of Wks 5 No. of Wks 1 Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

18 Wellbeing Groups Gardening for Wellbeing Group Walking for Wellbeing Group This group is being run in collaboration with Forest Farm Peace Garden, a beautiful two-acre garden based in Hainault, in East London. It is suitable for all, from complete beginners to keen gardeners. Spending time outdoors may have a beneficial effect on your mental and physical wellbeing. Joining this gardening group will enable you to connect with other people, be more active, learn a range of new skills and help others in a safe and supportive environment. This group is for anyone that enjoys walking for fun. Walking is an excellent form of exercise and walking with a warm and friendly group can have a beneficial impact on your mental and physical wellbeing. Facilitated by a qualified fitness instructor, you will learn about basic fitness whilst completing short walks around the local area. It will give you the chance to explore the outdoors, improve your fitness levels and meet new people. On week five, you will join a Vision Walk for Health group. See page 20 for details. JMH050 JMH051 Start Date TBC please enquire Start Date Thursday 14th Jan pm 4pm 11am 12pm No. of Wks 5 No. of Wks 5 FFPG please enquire Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

19 Wellbeing Groups Coffee and Cake Friendship Group This group is run by a qualified and experienced Counsellor and aims to provide an empathetic and nonjudgemental listening space for people to share their experiences and talk about things that are important to them. This can have a beneficial effect on your mental wellbeing. This informal group is open to anyone that has enrolled on any of our Learning in mind courses. You will get information and share ideas on how to live with anxiety, depression or sleep disorders. JMH052 Start Date Saturday 16th Jan am 12pm Useful links: NELFT Mental Health Direct: a 24 hr helpline Redbridge Concern for Mental Health: No. of Wks On-going Richmond Fellowship: JAMI: Samaritans: Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

20 Learning in Mind Walking for Health with Vision Redbridge Sport and Health Team are running free organised weekly walks which will take place in parks and open spaces across Redbridge. No booking is required, just turn up and enjoy the company! Clayhall Park Seven Kings Park Monday 14th Dec 2015 at 11am Tuesday 22nd Dec 2015 at 2.30pm Monday 15th Feb 2016 at 11am Monday 4th Jan 2016 at 11am Monday 7th March 2016 at 11am Tuesday 26th Jan 2016 at 2.30pm Monday 8th Feb 2016 at 11am Goodmayes Park Tuesday 23 Feb 2016 at 2.30pm Monday 11th Jan 2016 at 11am Tuesday 22nd Mar 2016 at 2.30pm Monday 29th Feb 2016 at 11am Hainault Forest Country Park South Park Thursday 14th Jan 2016 at 11am Monday 25th Jan 2016 at 11am Thursday 4th Feb 2016 at 11am Monday 22nd Jan 2016 at 11am Thursday 18th Feb 2016 at 11am Valentines Park Fairlop Waters Monday 18th Jan 2016 at 11am Thursday 17th Dec 2015 at 11am Monday 1st Feb 2016 at 11am Thursday 28th Dec 2015 at 11am Thursday 10th Dec 2015 at 11am Thursday 10th March 2016 at 11am Thursday 11th Feb 2016 at 11am Thursday 3rd March 2016 at 11am To find out the meeting points and grades for the walks please contact Vision: Wanstead Park Thursday 7th Jan 2016 at 11am Thursday 21st Jan 2016 at 11am Thursday 25th Feb 2016 at 11am Call: Call: Visit:

21 What else do we have planned? Upcoming Events Festive Chill and Chat Thursday 17th December pm 2.30pm Christmas can be a challenging time so why not come along to our Festive Chill and Chat event where we ll be offering: Free tea and coffee Free mince pies Advice and guidance on health and wellbeing Tips on how to get the most out of the festive season The aim of this event is to provide a place for people to relax and have an informal chat in a friendly, safe and supportive environment. For further information about the event please contact reception: Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

22 What else do we have planned? Upcoming Events Health & Wellbeing Fair Thursday 28 January am 2pm Get the New Year off to a good start! Come along to our Health & Wellbeing Fair where we will be offering: Taster sessions and professional advice on health, nutrition and beauty Lung capacity testing Body MOTs Guidance on mental health and wellbeing For further information about the event please contact reception on or enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk. All of our courses and activities are designed to meet learners needs and we listen to feedback from our learner forums when designing courses. A selection of new courses coming soon Five steps to mental health first aid Gardening for Wellbeing Paint and create Relax with yoga Sleep college Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

23 How to enrol on a course Before joining a course You can enrol on as many courses as you want! Joining a course is easy but there are a few things to check before you enrol: Please read the course factsheet to make sure: - the course covers what you want to learn - you know if any specialist clothing or equipment are needed - you re aware of any health and safety issues that may affect your ability to complete the course Check that the course is at the right level for you Call us to arrange an enrolment session if you have any questions about the course How to enrol You can enrol on a course by phone, post or in person. It takes just a few minutes to complete our enrolment form. You can download a copy from our website or pick one up from our centres in Gants Hill or Ilford. If you prefer, call us and we ll complete the form with you over the phone or send a copy to you. How to enrol: By telephone: By In person: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk Redbridge Institute,, Gants Hill, Ilford IG2 6TD Errolie Sermaine, Project Coordinator, can be contacted for further information on Errolie.Sermaine@redbridge-iae.ac.uk Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

24 Frequently Asked Questions Can I get extra help with my learning? Learning in Mind Our Learning Support team work closely with tutors to offer additional learning support to learners that need some extra help. If you think you may need extra help with your learning, you can tell us: at enrolment on the course by informing your tutor by speaking to a Customer Service Advisor at reception at our Mildmay and Gearies Centres. Your tutor may also advise you that extra support is available. The type of support that you would receive will depend on your individual learning needs. The extra support we offer could be: One-to-one support in or out of your main class session Organising special equipment and resources Communicators for profoundly deaf learners What happens when I enrol? If you would like to enrol on a course, you can contact reception by phone, or in person. You will be asked to book an enrolment session with the Learning in mind Project Coordinator, Errolie Sermaine. This will provide you with an opportunity to ask any questions, complete some enrolment paperwork and make sure that the course is right for you. What enrolment paperwork will I have to complete? Before you begin your course, you ll be asked to complete an enrolment form, a Community Learning Mental Health Learner Survey and a simple Wellbeing Questionnaire. These enable us to access funding in order to provide free courses as part of our Learning in mind project. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

25 Frequently Asked Questions Learning in Mind Will I have to disclose details of my medical history? No. The Learning in mind project is funded by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills and aims to find out whether adult education courses can have a positive impact on people s mental health. As part of the project you will be asked to complete a Community Learning Mental Health Learner Survey and Wellbeing Questionnaire. These focus on how you ve been feeling in the two weeks prior to the start of your course and do not require you to disclose anything about your previous medical history. Taking part in the survey is voluntary and all answers will be treated in the strictest confidence. Do you have childcare facilities? The crèche at our Gearies site and the nursery at our Mildmay Learning Centre provide a safe, caring, friendly and stimulating environment for children aged 2 5. To find out more about childcare at Redbridge Institute please call the Gearies crèche on and the Mildmay Nursery on or visit Is there a café at Redbridge Institute? Yes at our Gearies site we have a lovely café run by Aldersbrook Deli, who offer a range of hot and cold healthy food, and fair-trade tea and coffee. Our Mildmay site has a kitchen available for learners to make their own hot and cold drinks. How do I get to Redbridge Institute? Our main site is the Gearies centre in Gants Hill: Redbridge Institute, Gants Hill, Essex IG2 6TD Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

26 Start Staying Healthy with NHS Choices What is NHS Choices? Learning in Mind The NHS Choices website is a great way to find health information, provide feedback and hear about people s experiences. There s loads of advice about medicine and symptoms and the website can also help you make other important decisions about your health. The 'Staying healthy with NHS Choices' course will show you how to make the most of this fantastic website. How can the internet help me stay healthy? There are LOTS of ways you can use the internet to support your health, from making appointments and ordering repeat prescriptions online, to finding advice on specific symptoms and conditions. For more information visit NHS Choices: For more information please call reception on or errolie.sermaine@redbridge-iae.ac.uk Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

27 NHS Five Steps to Learning in Mind Wellbeing What are the NHS five steps to wellbeing? There is lots of evidence suggesting that there are five steps you can take to improve your mental wellbeing. If you give them a try, you may feel happier, more positive and able to get the most from your life. connect connect with the people around you: your family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. Spend time developing these relationships. Why not come along to our Coffee and Cake Friendship Group? be active you don't have to go to the gym. Take a walk, go cycling or play a game of football. Find the activity that you enjoy and make it a part of your life. Why not try our Yoga or Pilates classes, or come along to our Walking for Wellbeing Group? keep learning learning new skills can give you a sense of achievement and new confidence. Why not try one of our Creative Arts classes? give to others even the smallest act can count, whether it's a smile, a thank you or a kind word. Larger acts, such as volunteering at your local community centre, can improve your mental wellbeing and help you build new social networks. Why not apply to be a Learning in mind volunteer? be mindful be more aware of the present moment, including your feelings and thoughts, your body and the world around you. Some people call this awareness "mindfulness", and it can positively change the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges. Why not try our mindfulness or meditation classes? Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

28 Feedback from some of our learners Excellent teaching patient and supportive. Helped me fell more relaxed. The tutor has given me some helpful tools to build my confidence and self-esteem. It was excellent - there was so much in place! It has been a brilliant course that has given me some good techniques for coping better in the future. Thanks for a very beneficial course! Excellent course very well taught. Stopped me from sitting at home worrying. Call: enquiries@redbridge-iae.ac.uk

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