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Sound baths, mindfulness and ACT training, including regular sessions and one-off retreats to improve your wellbeing

Classes, workshops and COURSES

My classes are designed to help people with busy minds to reduce stress and discover more calm. The events I offer are detailed below. If you would like to organise a private event, or have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

What previous participants say…

“Totally relaxing and mindful – exactly what I needed. A perfect way to end a day or a week.”

“Intense, powerful relaxation. Probably the first time I have actually switched my brain off in years!”

“Elspeth was warm and friendly, she explained what to expect before the session and made me feel at ease. I really enjoyed it, and hope to be back for a future date.”

GROUP SOUND BATHS

OCTOBER GROUNDING SOUNDBATH – SUNDAY, 18th OCTOBER 8:00-9:15pm, at St Anne’s Parish Church, Corstorphine, Edinburgh

*SESSION FULL*

SUNDAY SLOWDOWN – SUNDAY, 8th NOVEMBER 2:30-4:00pm, at The Wellness Barn, Swanston, Edinburgh

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DEEP REST SOUNDBATH – SUNDAY, 15th NOVEMBER 7:30-8:45pm, at St Anne’s Parish Church, Corstorphine, Edinburgh

*SESSION FULL*

INNER STILLNESS SOUNDBATH – SUNDAY, 10th JANUARY 7:30-8:45pm, at St Anne’s Parish Church, Corstorphine, Edinburgh

RETURNING LIGHT (IMBOLC) SOUNDBATH – SUNDAY, 31ST JANUARY 7:30-8:45pm, at St Anne’s Parish Church, Corstorphine, Edinburgh

*AVAILABLE TO BOOK SOON*

A gentle sound bath to help restore balance and connection, with monolini, native American flute, Tibetan and crystal bowls and more.

A sound journey can help to restore the natural balance in your body, mind and soul by activating your body’s own natural healing process.

The vibrations of sound played at certain frequencies can help to reduce stress, improve concentration and focus, support the immune system, lower blood pressure and improve sleep at night.

During the session, I will guide you in some mindful breathing and a short meditation, followed by gentle sound healing instruments, such as the monolini, Himalayan bowls, crystal bowls, koshi chimes, Native American flute and more.

You may choose to be seated in a chair or lying down on an inflatable mat (1 inch thick) on the floor. You are encouraged to experience the session in the most comfortable position for you. Please bring your own pillow or cushion to ensure your maximum comfort. Some cushions and blankets will also be provided.

There are several zero-gravity recliner chairs available for each session if you would prefer not to be on a mat (support weight up to 110kg). Please let me know in advance by email elspeth@pausetobe.co.uk if you would like to use one (available on a first-come, first served basis).

Tea and refreshments will be offered at the end of the session and are included in your ticket.

*Please also note that this event is not suitable for anyone in their first trimester of pregnancy, or those with sound induced epilepsy, unmanaged bipolar or psychosis. Participants should not attend if they are under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs. Please advise me if you have any of the following: stent, shunt, pacemaker, metal implant or nerve damage, so that I can ensure you aren’t too close to the sound (guidance is 20cm)*

Tickets are non-refundable but may be transferred to another person for the same event only.

MONDAY LUNCHTIME MINDFULNESS

12:30-1:00PM (UK TIME)

A block of four 30-minute online mindfulness sessions, plus recordings which you can revisit as you wish.

Practise in whichever way works best for you – with your camera on or off; sitting or lying down. Bring a blanket and a drink if you wish, and a curious mind.

You can be sure of a warm welcome and a friendly group to practise mindfulness with. Beginners welcome! Email me for details.

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Training) Introduction Programme

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A fun, supportive 6-week ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Training) introduction programme, which will enable you to transform from whatever may be holding you back in life and to move forwards with purpose, to experience a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

more about MY ACT INTRODUCTIoN COURSE

STARTING

6 x 60-minute teaching and discussion sessions

Recordings of all lessons

Supportive private Facebook Group (optional)

OVER 6 WEEKS WE WILL EXPLORE

Mindfulness

Noticing your present moment experience with compassion and curiosity.

Observer Self

Taking a step back to observe your thoughts and feelings (also known as the transcendent self, or “self as context”).

Acceptance

A willingness to be open to your present-moment experience, and to be aware of coping strategies you currently use to avoid or resist challenging experiences. Learning that, in order to move forwards, we also need to be willing to step outside of our comfort zone!

Unhooking techniques

Also known as “cognitive defusion”, these exercises allow us to unhook from unhelpful thought patterns which often create unhelpful beliefs that hold us back.

Values-based living

Opening to what you really want from life and aligning your life with these desires.

Taking committed action

Moving forwards in the direction of these values, which will give your life more meaning and purpose.

The teaching part of the sessions will be recorded, so if you can’t make it one week, you can catch up later. It’s helpful to commit to as many of the live sessions as you can, in order to gain maximum benefit from the programme. ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Training can also be very effective at helping us to move forward, following challenging times in our lives, at home, in the workplace and in sports.

who is the course for?

If you are committed to making positive changes, towards living a happier, more fulfilling, more meaningful life, within a group framework, then this is for you.

Perhaps you would like to make changes but you’re not sure where to start, or maybe life feels overwhelmingly “busy” and “stressful” and you need a new way to navigate this?

Clients Reviews

As a coach, I am always striving to provide the highest level of service to my clients. It is an honour to share some of the reviews and testimonials that demonstrate the positive impact my work has had on others.

★★★★★

Elspeth ran an “introduction to mindfulness” hour to our colleagues on world mental health day. Elspeth was so friendly in the run up to the event, everyone enjoyed the session and were still discussing it today – we particularly enjoyed the 3 minute mindfulness – Elspeth also provided handouts for the team to take away

-L. MacDiarmidAccor Group

★★★★★

I did a six week ACT course with Elspeth and it was brilliant. The way she explains the theory and helps with practical tips really makes it easy to adapt into daily living. I certainly have found myself returning to it when dealing with challenges as well as trying to incorporate the ethos of ACT into my life.

-C. Colligan

★★★★★

I did a 6 week ACT course with Elspeth and she was fantastic at explaining the theory and teaching us the strategies for our toolkit. She created a warm, inviting, safe, encouraging space to work with others. Using the habits we learned in my daily practice now. I would highly recommend Pause to Be.

– A. Farley

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Are you ready to start your mindfulness coaching journey?

Mindfulness coaching is a unique way of helping people who are struggling with anxiety, stress, and other mental health issues. It’s based on the well-known concept of mindfulness, but it uses a hands-on approach to help individuals learn how to manage their emotions and improve their everyday lives.

Ready to transform your life?

Are you committed to making positive changes?

Do you want to live a happier more fulfilled life ?

Are you unsure where to start?

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ARE YOU READY FOR A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER MORE FULFILLED LIFE?

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