Class · Online (Zoom)
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Caring for others, whether in a professional role or for loved ones, can be deeply rewarding, yet it often comes with unique challenges. How do we continue to give our best to those who need us, without neglecting our own needs? Is it not selfish to focus on ourselves?
In this talk, we’ll explore how to balance the demands of caregiving with the necessity of self-care. Drawing on Buddhist wisdom and modern insights, this session will offer tools for maintaining balance and resilience, arousing self-compassion, and finding moments of joy and gratitude, even amidst the challenges.
We’ll explore how to:
Avoid burnout by nurturing your own wellbeing and finding meaning and value.
Cultivate a mindset of gratitude and universal compassion to navigate difficult situations.
Reframe feelings of guilt or self-pity into kindness and care for yourself.
Use mindful practices to bring calm and clarity to your daily life.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a family caregiver, or simply seeking tools to care for yourself amidst life’s responsibilities, we hope this talk will offer practical strategies to help you thrive.
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David Oromith, Buddhist Contemplative, Author & Meditation Guide
David is a Buddhist contemplative, meditation guide and retreat leader. He is the Co-Founder of Samadhi and author of A Practical Guide to Mindful Living. He has received non-monastic ordination in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and teaches workshops internationally, leads retreats across the UK and runs classes locally.
donations welcome
This group relies entirely on donations to keep running. No one is excluded for lack of funds.
Samadhi is an inclusive organisation and we welcome people of all ages, genders (including gender identity), sexual orientation, abilities, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief.
As an LGBTQ-led Buddhist organisation, we strongly believe that no one should be discriminated against for any reason at all and subscribe to the ideals of non-harm and loving-kindness. You’re welcome no matter who you are and you’re free to express yourself authentically.
