Learning about how our thoughts, feelings and behaviours influence our psychological wellbeing, and how this fits with the wider societal expectations of women. We will learn how we can break unhelpful cycles in order to feel better. Using the gentle movements of Restorative Yoga, we will practise allowing the body to unwind and relax.

Learning how and why we feel down at times with evidence-based methods of improving mood and keeping it steady. We will consider the experience of women, including a look at societal and hormonal factors as well as the particular ways low mood manifests in women. This is followed by arts-based mindfulness to promote meaningful activity and focus on movement.

What they are all about and how they affect us. We will teach and practice evidence-based techniques to reduce the impact on our lives.

October – Sleep Management

November – Difficulties around Childbirth

December – Easing the Path Through Menopause

January – Relationship between Body Image, Food and Fitness