The beginning of the rest of your life…
Congrats on completing your course! As we often say at the end of our 8-week courses – this is the end of your course and the beginning of the rest of your life!
This journey to know yourself better is an adventure that never ends. What you practice often, becomes the habit of your mind. Hopefully you now have many new practices to develop a happy, relaxed, and dare we say it – peaceful mind.
Still, we know from experience that from time to time we get distracted by other less important but urgent things, become confused or unmotivated and our practice drops away – despite best intentions.
So we’re offering plenty of chances to help you keep practicing, keep discovering and keep opening to the mystery and joy of being alive!
You could think of us like a gentle prodding stick – reminding you of what’s important, of what you got out of your initial course, and perhaps what still lies before you…
Take a look below to see what’s on offer! (And don’t be shy about getting in touch if something isn’t here that you’d really like!)
Please note, the below is for our previous mindfulness course graduates only! If you’re interested in joining a course, or learning more, please visit our MBSR section.
Rest, refresh, renew.
Join us for a Day of Mindfulness
“Thank you so much for Saturday, I really enjoyed the day and it was just what I needed to reset. I loved your teaching/facilitation style and the permission in our life to stop, make time for necessary self care and how to sit kindly with ourselves. I will definitely be keeping my morning practices and focus on wellbeing going forward. I hope to engage in another one of your courses.”
Mindfulness Silent Retreat Days for 2026:
Sat 21st November
9.30am-4.30pm
RETREAT DAY FULL – JOIN THE WAITLIST
With Jan Haworth
The day will be in silence, and you will be lead through a range of mindfulness practices.
Cost: $65.00
Location: Mary MacKillop Centre, Kohimarama
Morning and afternoon tea provided.
It’s easy to get caught up in the responsibilities and stress of the day-to-day and forget to take time for yourself.
Join this wonderfully nourishing and restorative day of mindfulness to care for yourself. A chance to refresh, renew, and recalibrate your mind and body.
Join us in the beautiful setting of the Mary MacKillop Centre in Kohimarama.
The day will be in silence and you will be led through a range of mindfulness practices.
Please bring your own lunch and clothing appropriate for the weather (we’ll be spending some time outside).
Join the waitlist for Saturday 21st November…
The retreat day is currently full, but cancellations do sometimes come up. Join the waitlist below and I’ll contact you if a place becomes available.
Day of Mindfulness – Cancellation policy:
We understand that life can be unpredictable, and we aim to be as flexible as possible while also ensuring the smooth running of the day.
More than 30 days notice: You’re eligible for a refund (less a $5 administration fee) or you can transfer to our next available date.
14-30 days’ notice: You’re welcome to transfer to our next available date. If we’re able to fill your spot, we’ll offer a refund (less a $5 administration fee).
Less than 14 days’ notice: Unfortunately, refunds can’t be provided for cancellations within 14 days of the retreat date.
We appreciate your understanding of this policy, which enables us to maintain the quality of our retreat days and support all participants effectively.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Mindfulness Practice Sessions
With Eve Rudkin
Our lovely colleague Eve is offering regular mindfulness sessions – both online and in person from her space in Meadowbank, Auckland.
Each session includes:
- A short talk to introduce the theme
- Gentle, mindful movement
- Guided mindfulness meditation
- Optional group reflection and discussion
These are friendly, relaxed sessions for those who have completed an MBSR course.
To join, contact Eve at everudkin@gmail.com.
4th Tuesday of the month
7pm-8.30pm
3rd Monday of the month
1.30pm-2.45pm
Cost: Koha – a guide of $15, or as you can afford.
Interpersonal Mindfulness Retreat
with Sue Dykes and Nadav Avny
7th-8th November, 2026
An urban (non-residential) retreat
Mary MacKillop Centre, Mission Bay, Auckland
Saturday 9am-4.30pm
Sunday 9am-4pm
Cost: $550 (GST included)
We are delighted to share that our colleagues Sue Dykes and Nadav Avny are offering this two day non-residential retreat in Auckland.
Ideal for those with some mindfulness or meditation experience and who would like to deepen or refresh their practice.
Day One – Cultivating Presence
A day of guided silent practice focused on presence, compassion, enjoyment and equanimity, in the peaceful surroundings of the Mary MacKillop Retreat Centre. It offers space to step away from everyday demands, slow down and reconnect through sustained mindfulness practice.
Day Two – Mindfulness in Relationship
The second day introduces interpersonal meditation – bringing mindfulness into our interactions with others. Through guided contemplative dialogue, participants explore their internal experience while in connection with another person, helping to develop greater awareness of habitual reactions and more choice in how we respond.
Across the two days, the retreat offers an opportunity to deepen mindfulness practice, strengthen self-awareness and listening, reduce automatic reactivity, and explore how mindfulness can support wellbeing and relationships.
Sue and Nadav have facilitated this retreat together for the past two years, with both previous retreats fully booked. Early registration is recommended.
To enquire:
Please contact Sue Dykes suzed42@hotmail.com
or Nadav Avny nadav@safetherapyspace.co.nz
To register:
Please contact Nadav Avny nadav@safetherapyspace.co.nz
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