I graduated from The British School of Meditation in early 2022. I was keen to help others access the benfits of a regular and deep meditation practice. I'm happy to say that I passed the course with distinction. My training introduced me to an even wider range of meditation styles than I had previously experienced. Many of these are now embedded in my daily practice and to I love to share them with students in my classes.
In my working life, I trained as an actor at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in the early 80's, then worked as a professional actor, voice over artist, presenter and musician. In 2001 I switched to working behind the camera as a producer and editor. I have the unusual record of having TV credits as an actor, editor, colourist, audio dubbing engineer, voice artist and even a props van driver!
I was drawn to a life based on more mindfulness and meditation after dealing with substance and alcohol use disorders in a 12 Step setting, passing on the keys to my own personal recovery (I am 22 years sober) through extensive peer-to-peer work with addicts and alcoholics. I am also a survivor of 2 serious heart attacks in 2013 and 2017, which reinforced my interest in meditation as an aid to physical recovery as well as a tool for stress management.
I believe in practicing meditation for healing, growth, awareness and self-discovery and my goal and purpose as a meditation teacher and facilitator is to create a safe and welcoming space where others can do the same.
Beginning this September, I am running a series of classes for beginners to meditation or those looking to refresh their meditation experience. Over 6 weeks, attendees will discover how to build the platform for a regular meditation practice. We will explore various types of meditation, from guided meditations through mantra meditation, chanting meditation, walking meditation and ultimately silent meditation in a variety of simple and easy postures. The course is now fully booked and I'm really looking forward to beginning the sessions.