As we step into 2026, this is an opportunity to put the busyness of Christmas and New Year behind us and reflect on the year ahead.

The day will be in silence, removing yourself from all the distractions of daily life and settling into stillness.

It is suitable for anyone, whether you have a regular practice or just interested in finding some space to allow peace into to your life.

Mindfulness offers many benefits for Physical and Mental Health.

The day will consist of meditation practice with readings and poetry starting at 11am till 4pm with an hours break for lunch . Click here to book

Anne Marie Gillies will be the lead facilitator, supported by her colleagues, Charlie McMillan and James Henderson.

For more information please contact: annemariegillies@yahoo.co.Uk

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The day will take place on Sunday 11th January from 11am-4pm in The Place to Pause & Breathe, Bonnybridge. It's £50 to come along, with two reduced rate spaces if the full price is unaffordable. Please pick the price that best reflects your circumstances.

There are yoga mats cushions and blankets at the centre, but you may wish to bring your own. Bring your own lunch and a little extra to share. Tea and coffee will be provided.

Meet Your Facilitator:

Anne Marie spent her working life in the NHS as a nurse. Her last 20 years were in Mental Health, where she saw how poor mental health effects the quality of people’s lives. Toward the end of her career, treatment was expanding and Mindfulness programmes were developing. With a view to helping her patients and colleagues she began her own journey into Mindfulness. Studying with Mindfullybeing, The Heart Movement and Pause & Breathe. Having recently completed teacher training in Mindfulness she is keen to share the benefits of living mindfully with others.