Events

Online event (with chance to catch up after) – consists of 8 sessions

Dates: January

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Cost: £70.00 for the 8 sessions – by BACS (bank transfer)

We all have the ability to be Mindful. It is all about living in the moment.it is all about Being rather than doing, and being compassionate to yourself and others.

There are certain practices which when learnt and practiced regularly are the key to mastering the techniques of Mindfulness . Choosing to do these will help with anxiety ,stress and depression and benefit your wellness and psychological well being. If you want to be part of a group that are learning these techniques then joining the group.

Once you master these skills you will find life much less stressful and easier to deal with no matter what issues you are dealing with.

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Online event with exercises

Dates: March 1st or April 1st

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Cost: £40.00 by BACS (bank transfer)

Once again we take a look at what stress is and then look at how positive stress can be beneficial. It is only when our coping mechanisms fail that stress becomes a problem. This workshop helps you to audit your stress levels and manage the negative stress that can be disabling.

Once the audits are completed we look at various ways we can mange stress so that we can feel positive about the pressure that everyday life throws at us, personally and professionally.

It is a very interactive course and there is the opportunity to share and debate with fellow participants and exchange ideas.

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Full day event in Retford – venue tbc

Dates: March 8th

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Cost: £40.00 by BACS (bank transfer) – includes materials and refreshments

For further information, please visit the Renew You page

Online training

Dates: March 4th and 18th

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Cost: £40.00 by BACS (bank transfer)

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Online event with exercises

Dates: April 8th or 15th

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Cost: £40.00 by BACS (bank transfer)

Life is a series of changes and at most times we go from one thing to the other with no difficulty. However, when changes are causing conflict within ourselves there are ways of breaking down those barriers in order to move forward.

The course that Think Differently delivers is based on the best selling book: Who moved my cheese?. It brings together the characters in that book – two mice and two men, and looks at where you are and which character you identify with.

Once you see that comparison, it is relatively easy to give you tools to manage change more effectively. The workshop is fun and experiential. It has been well received by staff and managers alike

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Online Event – date tbc

Dates: May

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Cost: £30.00 by BACS (bank transfer)

If you don’t value yourself then who else will?

This workshop talks you through an assessment of how to measure your self esteem and then build it. We have more confidence than we realise and valuing ourselves is the first stage in beginning to please ourselves rather than other people. In other words we look at how to be confident enough to not worry about what others think of us. That way we take responsibility for our own beliefs and start to live by them. Another word for self esteem is self belief.

As a result of low self esteem, we often do not take care of ourselves and this can result in anxiety, poor performance at work and in our personal life and a lack of self compassion. The second part of this workshop is considering if we actually take care of ourselves adequately and if not, what we can do to improve our self care.

You can participate in this online and if you choose share your thoughts with others in the group. There is of course a commitment that what is said in the group stays in the group.

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Online event for anyone in a caring role

Dates: June 24th

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Cost: £30.00 by BACS (bank transfer)

Why we need Clinical Supervision

As professionals in all occupations we need a way of monitoring ourselves to ensure we “do no harm” to our clients.It is also essential that we have a safe place to sound off our ideas and ways of working, and to check out if we need to undertake cpd. This is the course for you if you are unsure of what to bring to supervision , or are mystified why you need it – to keep yourself and your clients safe.

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Full day event – in Retford, North Nottinghamshire – venue tbc

Dates: July: 1st

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Cost: £95.00 by BACS (bank transfer) – includes materials and refreshments

What is a Dreamcatcher – a creative workshop?

A fun time for you to have more joy in life and increased happiness

Dreamcatcher is a relaxing yet reviving workshop using images that inspire you.

These may be words or pictures – any image that you feel will bring you inspiration.

We start with a blank slate – a piece of card, and add images to it that give a vision of your clear intention about where your life is and where you would like it to be.

What might be significant is the things you chose to leave off.

By doing this piece of art you have something to look at each day as a source of motivation and encouragement to yourself.

It gives our brains clear limits

What matters now?

What do I want to bring into my world now?

The process of  creating your Dreamcatcher is that it is personal to you, it is a space of growth, healing ,vision and seeing this image helps you to find your dream. It is a very relaxing session working in a group in a very informal way and we get into pasting and images that envisage a bold future for yourself and channels your energies.

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Full day event – in Retford, North Nottinghamshire – venue tbc

Dates: July: 1st

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Cost: £95.00 by BACS (bank transfer) – includes materials and refreshments

What is mentoring?

When you choose Think Differently you will be working with Maggy who is a trained mentor- and a mentor is an experienced and trusted advisor.It can lead to greater success for the individual and the team.

What is Team Building?

Team building is a series of tasks and activities that enhance social relations and define roles within the team. It is a collaborative process and is as such a group activity to encourage bonding and development.

There are several approaches to doing this but the workshop Think Differently offers is based on identifying each team member’s strengths and weaknesses and plotting where the team is deficient so that all people can contribute to the whole- team effectively and find solutions to filling the gaps.

What is coaching?

This is a form of development where learners are supported in achieving persona or professional goals. This is achieved by using a coach who has knowledge of the process as well as the variety of skills and techniques that are appropriate to the context in which the coaching takes place.

To discuss your requirements and the needs of your team please contact

Think Differently.

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Full day event – in Retford, North Nottinghamshire – venue tbc

Dates: August 8th

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Cost: £40.00 by BACS (bank transfer) – includes materials and refreshments

There is no such thing as a difficult person only difficult behaviour. In this workshop we look at the different types of people and their behaviour and how to deal with it.

It is a mix of psychology and strategies to deal with behaviour which is destructive, aggressive or threatening as well as passive. All these can be frustrating for you if you are trying to communicate with these people and keep your cool . It will also look at coping strategies and the theory behind it.

Knowing is one thing- dealing with it is another level.

Effective Communication is the key- sign up to see how this can help you deal with those people you find difficult.

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Online Event – date tbc

Dates: September

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Cost: £30 by BACS (bank transfer)

Sometimes we do not realise how life is catching up with us. It is only recognised when someone points out to us that we are losing our sparkle. Lets look at how to sparkle again and reset ourselves.

This is the course for you if you have lost your mojo!  How do you tell?

You struggle through the day and suffer from tiredness and lack of energy. The effort to get out of bed in the morning sometimes results in duvet days. Things that were once routine or taken in your stride becomes a burden or a chore.

Recognise any of this- then sing up to this course

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Online Event – date tbc

Dates: October

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Cost: £30 by BACS (bank transfer)

There are times in our lives when we are forced to take actions that do not fit with out belief system. Yet we soldier on resenting what is the way we feel we have to be in order to earn a living.

If we carry on doing so we are on the road to Burnout. There is an alternative- Back out!

In this course we learn about what burnout is, the signs and symptoms and then how to avoid it- by backing out, temporarily or as a more permanent solution .

It helps us to see we have choices and however scary it seems, it is possible to change direction and feel that we look forward to  the working day instead of dreading it.

Let this be your opportunity to see where your journey in life could lead you.

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Online Event – date tbc

Dates: November

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Cost: £30.00 by BACS (bank transfer)

Don’t be SAD

Depression is a debilitating condition- not just the low moods we all experience from time to time. It has been called the Black Dog and is characterised by lethargy, sleeplessness, early waking and a feeling of gloom.

It is not a stigma having depression, and can be overcome using a combination of thoughts, feelings and behaviour work. There is also the Seasonal Affective Disorder that is brought about when we live in permanent darkness over the winter months, getting up in the dark, travelling home in the dark and only rarely seeing daylight. This can be handled too.

Enrol on this and learn to identify the symptoms of depression and ways to manage it.

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Online event – date tbc

Dates: December

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form

Cost: £30.00 by BACS (bank transfer)

Do you suffer from nerves, panic attacks, sweaty palms and a fear or dread when you are wanting to do something but feel paralysed? Are you afraid to go out, mix with people, feel inadequate because of these symptoms?

Here we learn about what are the possible causes of anxiety and more importantly techniques to bring these symptoms within out control l by using simple techniques of relaxation and meditation.

It is possible to combat your anxiety.

Join by emailing maggy@thinkdifferently.org.uk or use the Contact Form