On Sunday 16th July 2023, we celebrated ur 10th birthday by hosting a couple on Mindfulness Workshops via Zoom, led by previous Theatre Full Stop team member Megan Mattravers. Inspiration struck for these workshops post my (Lucy Basaba) Reiki Healer training – I’m now Reiki Level 2 trained, and my journey when addressing my own mental wellbeing. The lockdowns a catalyst for exploring ways in which to support wellness at such an unpredictable historical time period. Our initial Mindfulness sessions were received well, a new idea, participants were unsure as to what to expect, but once it was explained what these sessions would entail, Megan cultivated a calm and safe environment to reflect and relax – questions helping root us in the present, and a body scan to conclude an indicator of Workshops to follow.
Sunday 10th December 2023 and Sunday 7th January 2024 continued on from the previous year’s structure, the intentions set were to see out the year and reflect on what was, and welcome in the new year with good intentions. This particular round of workshops witnessing the move from Zoom to Instagram, seeing as social media Instagram Live easily allows for users to join in as and when and at their own pace. This was a great adaptation, with Megan still able to lead the workshops, with participants responding to the sessions via chat.