Lisa's Story

Years ago, I found myself caught in a relentless tide of stress, exhaustion and anxiety. The ever-accelerating pace and demands of work and responsibility entirely overshadowed the simplicity of being present in my own life. I felt a relentless and intense pressure. The inevitable uncertainties and difficult relationships at work had way more impact on me than they should have - tiredness and constant stress created a vulnerability that made it hard to gain perspective. I carried on, expecting to draw on resources that had long been exhausted and repeating a routine that failed to support my greatest asset - my health.

It was during this tumultuous period that I discovered the transformative practice of mindfulness, and in the years that followed I learned and developed the skills and techniques that I share in The Mindfulness Habit. My personal mindfulness practice has improved my mental health immeasurably - and it continues to support my ability to perform in my career.

This is a story of hope and empowerment, of a shared struggle and a skill that holds the incredible potential for change, a skill that is worth learning and practising as if life depended upon it - which in many ways it does.