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Beginner's Mind To Awaken Happiness
With Derek HillIn this course, we’ll explore what it means to see the world with fresh eyes. To rediscover what we knew instinctively as children but often forget in our busy adult lives and how it can transform our life for the better when we do. We remember that we are very much part of this world, with all its visible and invisible wonders. With its abundant beauty, connection, joy, and happiness. And that the key to re-connecting with this knowledge, lies in the closest possible reach. In our own Beginner’s Mind. Over the next 10 days, we’ll walk together to uncover the many treasures forgotten or missed along life’s path. We’ll pick up trails we once knew so well, we didn’t need to label them. And we’ll see them, in their wonderful ways, as if for the very first time. Every time we pause for a practice, or focus, in meditation, we will be drawing on techniques, philosophies, traditions, and healthy habits, which have supported people across generations. I have been influenced by many of these sources and whether it is the mindfulness attitude of the beginner’s mind, a child’s imaginative story, the wonders of nature, or lessons from neuroscience, I sincerely hope it illuminates our path a little brighter each day so that you can discover your moments of wonder, hiding in plain sight. And enriching feelings of happiness, joy, and well-being arise wherever you place your attention. There are no special skills, expectations, or requirements for this course. Just an invitation to bring an open-hearted curiosity to whatever lies ahead. To see the next 10 days as if through the eyes of a child.
Explore what it means to see the world with fresh eyes and rediscover what we knew instinctively as children but often forget in our busy adult lives, and how it can transform our life for the better when we do.
About this course
In this course, we’ll explore what it means to see the world with fresh eyes. To rediscover what we knew instinctively as children but often forget in our busy adult lives and how it can transform our life for the better when we do. We remember that we are very much part of this world, with all its visible and invisible wonders. With its abundant beauty, connection, joy, and happiness. And that the key to re-connecting with this knowledge, lies in the closest possible reach. In our own Beginner’s Mind. Over the next 10 days, we’ll walk together to uncover the many treasures forgotten or missed along life’s path. We’ll pick up trails we once knew so well, we didn’t need to label them. And we’ll see them, in their wonderful ways, as if for the very first time. Every time we pause for a practice, or focus, in meditation, we will be drawing on techniques, philosophies, traditions, and healthy habits, which have supported people across generations. I have been influenced by many of these sources and whether it is the mindfulness attitude of the beginner’s mind, a child’s imaginative story, the wonders of nature, or lessons from neuroscience, I sincerely hope it illuminates our path a little brighter each day so that you can discover your moments of wonder, hiding in plain sight. And enriching feelings of happiness, joy, and well-being arise wherever you place your attention. There are no special skills, expectations, or requirements for this course. Just an invitation to bring an open-hearted curiosity to whatever lies ahead. To see the next 10 days as if through the eyes of a child.
Meet your Teacher
Derek Hill believes in creating opportunities for genuine connection, with ourselves, nature, and each other. And by supporting people to look within, and uncover their inner resources, humanity, and self-compassion, they find the direction to make this possible. He is a mindfulness and compassion teacher, speaker, and coach, accredited by Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB). He teaches 4 to 8-week courses, including Jon Kabat-Zinn's gold standard "Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction." He works with individuals, groups, and organizations to inspire greater happiness, health, and human connection in life and work. Derek's course ‘Waves of Wellbeing and Resilience’ was drawn from both his teaching qualifications, as well his own personal life and professional experiences. He has coached and mentored people for 20 years in high-stress corporate environments, as well as purpose-driven ‘technology for good’ organizations like JustGiving and Farewill, where he spent many wonderful years working with not-for-profit organizations. Derek is sincerely committed to helping others realize their potential, creativity, and fundamental connection to self, others, and the universe. Derek moved to London from his hometown in Dublin. His early life in Ireland colored so much of what he has learned throughout life. Having graduated in creative writing, he always found great inspiration in the books of others, whether fictional, philosophical, or those challenging conventions. Throughout his professional career, where he enjoyed the highs and lows of working abroad, growing businesses, and making a purposeful impact, there was always a pull towards the traditions and philosophies, which inspire his work today. A few life-changing events and an ever-growing personal commitment to meditation practice, finally nudged him to retrain as a mindfulness and compassion teacher, picking up a CPCAB accredited Level 4 qualification, as well as training to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. Derek then redesigned his life around a passion and purpose, so he could sustainably support his health and well-being and that of his family. He founded his company Waking Waves to make this possible and is now on his own mindful mission to share the benefits of mindfulness and compassion with others, so they can too!