Wittering Wellbeing

07/12/2025

The Christmas marathon has officially started.

We are heading into the weeks where we spend a lot of time looking after everyone else; buying, wrapping, organising, and hosting.

It’s easy to start sprinting now and have nothing left in the tank by the 25th.

I’ve uploaded a free audio practice to the website today to help with exactly this. It’s formally called 'Meeting Yourself With Kindness', but I like to think of it as 'The Oxygen Mask'.

I originally recorded this for professional surf instructors. The rule is simple: if the instructor is cold or exhausted, they can't keep the group safe. You have to put your own oxygen mask on first to be of any use to anyone else.

It’s a short (6-minute) guided session and it's completely free to listen to here:
https://www.witteringwellbeing.co.uk/free-practices/

Give yourself 6 minutes tonight. You deserve it.

27/11/2025

New Free Resource: The Safe Harbour

We all know that feeling when the "weather" in our mind gets a bit rough; stress, busy thoughts, or just the pressure of the season.

I’ve recorded a short, 5-minute guided audio practice to help you "drop anchor" and find a bit of shelter, wherever you are.

It’s completely free to listen to, nothing to sign up for. I hope it offers you a few minutes of calm today.

🎧 Listen here: https://www.witteringwellbeing.co.uk/free-practices/

(P.S. If you enjoy this, I’m also opening spaces for our 8-week Mindfulness for Life course starting in Jan. Details are on the same page!)

18/06/2025

A glorious day at staff wellbeing event, such a welcoming and hard working crew.
We spent the afternoon offering small moments of pause on busy days, simple ways to reset, breathe, and feel more in control.

Of course, a safari setting called for some animal metaphors, from the restless monkey mind to the wise, still lion. 🐒🦁

Huge thanks to the whole team for making space for wellbeing in the wild. It was a real pleasure to be part of the day. 😊🙏🏽

19/04/2025

Sometimes, it’s not about striving or fixing.
It’s about allowing.
Trusting that growth happens, even in stillness.
Especially in stillness.

Basho’s haiku reminds us that we don’t have to chase every solution. Nature models ease. The grass grows not because we force it to, but because the conditions are right.

What if your wellbeing was the same?

Let this be your gentle reminder today:
Pause. Breathe. Trust the process.
You’re allowed to grow slowly.
You’re allowed to do nothing.

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Join Five to Thrive: five simple tips every week to reset, reflect, and reclaim your calm.
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17/04/2025

Ever felt like you're sprinting through the day with no time to breathe?

I created this post for anyone who's felt caught in the swirl of doing, without space to "just be".

Here are 3 tiny practices you can weave into your workday:
🌬️ Breathe before your first email
🦶 Feel your feet before you present
👀 Notice three things after your next meeting

They're simple, practical, and surprisingly effective at resetting your nervous system.

Small shifts. Big difference.

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16/04/2025

When I started Wittering Wellbeing, it wasn’t to 'teach mindfulness', it was to share what’s helped me stay grounded in the chaos.

If you ever feel like the noise gets too loud, I’d love to share a few things I’ve learned.
Follow here or join my weekly ‘Five to Thrive’ email. It’s like a tiny exhale in your inbox.

👉 https://www.witteringwellbeing.co.uk/five-to-thrive/

06/04/2025

“Kids can’t always sit still, and that’s perfectly okay.
But they can still learn to slow down, pay attention, and reconnect.”

We’ve just published a free guide full of simple, mindful outdoor activities for families to try together.
They’re playful, gentle, and designed to help build confidence, calm, and connection, without needing apps, equipment, or perfect weather.

💚 Ideal for teachers, parents, or anyone supporting children through change, challenge or just the busyness of everyday life.

💚 And feel free to share it with someone who might find it helpful.

https://www.witteringwellbeing.co.uk/8-mindful-nature-activities-for-kids/

22/03/2025

🌿 Feeling Stressed? Let's Press Pause Together 🌿

Does daily life feel like an endless to-do list? Are you longing for a break from the mental clutter? Our 2-hour online mindfulness workshop (Monday, April 12th 6:30pm) is here to help you reclaim peace and clarity.

What You'll Gain:

Proven mindfulness techniques to reduce stress and anxiety.

Simple breathing exercises to instantly calm your mind.

A guided, nature-inspired meditation to ground yourself.

Practical tools to weave mindfulness effortlessly into your daily routine.

Who’s it for?

Anyone feeling overwhelmed or stressed.

Mindfulness beginners looking for gentle, practical guidance.

Those seeking a calmer mind, better sleep, and emotional resilience.

💚 Pay What You Can
We believe everyone deserves access to mindfulness. Choose what you pay:

Suggested Donation: £20

Tight budget? Pay less, or attend for free.

Able to pay more? Your generosity helps others attend.

Join James Wittering, a certified mindfulness teacher, for a gentle, welcoming introduction to mindfulness, designed to help you find calm amid life’s chaos.

Spaces are limited, secure your place today and start your journey towards a more peaceful mind.

Discover Evidence-Based Mindfulness Practices – A 2 Hour Online Workshop. Welcome to Your Mindfulness Journey

12/02/2025

Our Stone Age brains weren’t built for emails, deadlines, and digital overload, so how do we adapt?
In my latest blog post, I explore why modern work is breaking our focus and how mindfulness can help.

The modern workplace is an arena of constant demands, relentless notifications, and high expectations. From the precision of local government operations to the high-stakes world of IT and healthcare, stress is no longer an occasional challenge; it’s an everyday reality.

26/01/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by life's chaos? It's time to pause, breathe, and reconnect. 🌿

Join us for "Finding Peace: An Introduction to Mindfulness", a 2-hour online workshop designed to help you manage stress, find clarity, and build resilience—all from the comfort of your home.

💡 Pay What You Can
We believe mindfulness should be available to everyone:
👉 Suggested donation: £20
👉 Pay less if your budget is tight—or join us for free.
👉 Pay more if you'd like to support someone else’s journey.

🗓 Date: 10th February 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
💻 Where: Online (Zoom)

✨ What You’ll Learn:

Science-backed mindfulness techniques
Simple breathing exercises to calm your mind
Daily tips to stay grounded and stress-free
No judgment. No barriers. Just support, peace, and practical tools for a calmer life.

Discover Evidence-Based Mindfulness Practices – A 2 Hour Online Workshop. Welcome to Your Mindfulness Journey

19/01/2025

Gratitude is easy when life feels good: sunny days, small wins, cosy moments. But what about when things get messy?

Living without hot water or heating in our new home has been tough, but it’s also shown Alex and me how little we need and how much we already have. It’s a lesson in what I call radical gratitude: finding something to appreciate in all of life, even the challenges.

In my latest blog post, I share how this mindset can shift our perspective and why it’s so powerful; even backed by science.

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09/01/2025

Does life feel like it’s constantly pulling you in too many directions?

When we get busy, the first things to go are often the ones that nourish us—those small moments that bring calm and joy. What’s left can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and drained.

In my latest blog post, I share how recognising the balance between nourishing and depleting activities can make a difference, and why a simple pause can help you take back control of your day.

If you had to list them, what’s nourishing you right now? And what’s draining you?

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