Mindfulness at work and in life for Doctors in Training (DT142)

Mandatory: CT1, or CT2, or IMT1, or IMT2, or IMT3, or Public Health Trainee, or ST1, or ST2, or ST3, or ST4, or ST5, or ST6+

To raise awareness of mindfulness as a practice and a trait and to understand its role in navigating the work-life continuum and the management of stress

The workshop will focus on:

· To become aware of the meaning of mindfulness and the evidence base

· To understand the role of mindfulness in the management of stress

· To experience the practice of meditation to develop mindfulness

· To apply the principles of mindfulness at work and in life

· To be signposted to resources on mindfulness and self-care

At the end of the session participants will have a deeper understanding of the benefits and techniques used in mindfulness practice.