Mindfulness for Skeptics: A Virtual Workshop

Rethink mindfulness with this practical and engaging virtual mindfulness workshop designed specifically for busy professionals. Created by The WorkWell Doctors for Avva Experience, this session removes the mysticism often associated with mindfulness and replaces it with clear, evidence-based techniques that improve focus, reduce stress, and enhance performance.

The WorkWell Doctors are award-winning medical professionals specialising in workplace wellbeing, performance, and behaviour change, led by Dr Nirja Joshi and Dr Alex Lai. They bring extensive experience delivering science-backed training to global organisations.

In a world full of distractions, maintaining focus and mental clarity can be challenging. This corporate wellbeing workshop explores the neuroscience behind attention, stress, and mindfulness, helping participants understand not just how mindfulness works, but why it is effective.

Participants will explore:

• 🧠 What Mindfulness Really Is – Understand mindfulness from a practical, science-based perspective
• 🎯 Attention & Focus – Learn how distractions impact performance and how to regain control
• ⚡ The 60-Second Reset – Use quick techniques to refocus instantly during the workday
• 🌬️ Breathing & Micro Practices – Apply short, effective mindfulness exercises
• ⏸️ The STOP Technique – Build awareness and reduce reactive decision-making
• 📅 Mindfulness in Practice – Apply techniques to meetings, communication, and high-pressure moments

The 60-minute workshop includes interactive exercises, guided practices, breakout discussions, and a structured 7-day mindfulness experiment. The 30-minute session provides a focused introduction with practical tools and a short commitment exercise.

Participants will leave with a toolkit of realistic, time-efficient mindfulness techniques that can be applied immediately—no prior experience required.

OUR STANDARD EVENT FORMAT:

–> Welcome and Introduction: Your facilitator introduces the session and sets the context.
–> Mindfulness Foundations: Overview of attention, stress, and workplace distractions.
–> Key Concepts: Introduction to practical mindfulness and core techniques.
–> Interactive Exercises: Participants take part in attention audits and guided practices.
–> Practical Strategies: Learn how to apply mindfulness in everyday work situations.
–> Breakout Discussion (60-minute session): Reflection and application in small groups.
–> Live Q&A and Close: Final takeaways and actionable next steps.

• Q: What platform is this virtual workshop run on? A: We run this virtual workshop on Zoom as standard, but we can also run on MS Teams, Google Meet and Webex. Some restrictions may apply.
• Q: Can we run this experience using our own meeting link? A: Yes, you absolutely can. While we typically provide a secure link for the online workshop, you are welcome to use your own company’s meeting link if that’s more convenient for your team.
• Q: Is this event hosted? A: Yes, this virtual workshop is led by a live, qualified wellbeing expert and facilitator. There will also be an Avva Event Technician supporting the technical side of your event.
• Q: What is the difference between the 30 and 60 minute sessions? A: The 30 minute session provides a focused introduction with practical techniques and quick wins. The 60 minute session includes deeper interaction, guided practices, and a structured mindfulness experiment.
• Q: Is this experience suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this online mindfulness workshop is designed for beginners and sceptics, with no prior experience required.
• Q: Do participants need any materials? A: No materials are required. Participants simply need a device with internet access and a quiet space to engage in the session.
• Q: Is this suitable for workplace wellbeing events? A: Absolutely. This virtual workshop is ideal for corporate wellbeing programmes, stress management initiatives, and team performance sessions.
• Q: Can this experience work for global teams? A: Yes, the format is designed to be accessible and inclusive for both national and international teams.
• Q: Can we customise the session? A: Yes, the workshop can be tailored depending on your goals, whether that’s improving focus, reducing stress, or supporting team wellbeing.
• Q: Can we change the length of the experience? A: Yes, you can choose between a 30 or 60 minute session depending on your schedule.
• Q: What are the benefits and outcomes of this workshop? A: Participants will gain practical, science-backed tools to improve focus, reduce stress, and manage distractions. They will leave with actionable techniques that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

• Improve Focus: Strengthen attention and reduce distractions.
• Reduce Stress: Learn simple techniques to create calm and clarity.
• Practical & Time-Efficient: Use tools that take just seconds to apply.
• Accessible for All: Designed for beginners and sceptics alike.
• Enhance Decision-Making: Improve awareness and reduce reactive responses.
• Support Wellbeing: Build sustainable habits for mental clarity and performance.

• Payment is required upon confirmation of your booking. The full balance can be paid or a deposit if you are unsure of attendee numbers.
• Payment can be made either via card or transfer.
• A full refund can be made on cancellations more than 30 days prior to a scheduled event.
• You can change the date or time of your experience up to 14 days prior to a scheduled event based on availability.
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