Print it for a mindfulness course folder, use it between MBSR sessions, or keep it alongside audio practices and weekly homework. The workbook is set up for adults attending a structured mindfulness-based stress reduction course, particularly people wanting support with stress, mood, anxiety, relapse prevention or general emotional wellbeing.
The opening pages explain how participants can use the workbook to back up class discussions, read relevant session notes after each class, and make private notes about their experiences. It encourages learners to notice questions, difficulties and learning points during the week, then bring anything useful back to the group or facilitator.
A practical safety and wellbeing section is included near the start, with crisis and support options such as contacting trusted people, helplines, NHS support, healthcare professionals and emergency services. There is also a personal safety plan page with prompts for recording signs that mood is worsening, steps to take, and key sources of support.
The contents show a structured MBSR course format, beginning with pre-course questions and home practice before moving into sessions on introducing mindfulness, handling stress, and the power of being present. Listed materials include the body scan, a 9 dots exercise, breathing practices, walking meditation, pleasant and unpleasant events calendars, homework record forms and reflective readings.
Most suited to mindfulness course participants, NHS talking therapies clients, wellbeing practitioners and group facilitators, it offers a clear way to organise practice, reflection and safety planning in one place. The workbook is credited to Kisi Kent, Anthony Sears and Liz Holt, with further additions by Ellie Sturrock.
