New Parental Wellbeing Workshops starting in September at Good Shepherd Studios.
The parental wellbeing workshops are structured series of sessions designed to support parents in managing the unique stresses and challenges of parenthood, in a engaging and creating way. In order to effectively care for children, parents need to prioritise their own wellbeing.
To book your place visit: www.artistsaopthecary.com
Here's a description of what the workshop entails:
Core Focus:
Stress Management: Teaching techniques to cope with parental stress, including mindfulness, relaxation exercises, and time management strategies.
Emotional Resilience: Building emotional resilience to navigate the ups and downs of parenting, including managing difficult emotions and developing coping mechanisms.
Self-Care: Emphasizing the importance of self-care and providing practical strategies for incorporating it into daily life.
Building Support Networks: Facilitating connections between parents and creating a supportive community.
Mindfulness and Presence: Promoting mindfulness and present-moment awareness to enhance parent-child interactions and reduce stress.
Communication and Boundaries: Improving communication skills and setting healthy boundaries within the family.
Managing Parental Burnout: Recognizing the signs of burnout and developing strategies for prevention and recovery.
Workshop Structure and Creative Art Activities:
Educational Components: Providing information on stress, anxiety, burnout, and other relevant topics.
Guided Meditations and Relaxation Exercises: Practicing mindfulness, deep breathing, and other relaxation techniques.
Interactive Discussions and Group Activities: Sharing experiences, discussing challenges, and learning from each other.
Practical Tools and Strategies: Providing tangible tools and techniques that parents can implement in their daily lives.
Self-Reflection Exercises: Encouraging self-reflection and self-awareness through journaling, art therapy, or other creative activities.