6 Week Mindfulness Course for Bladder Sufferers: Cultivate Relaxation, Manage Stress Triggers, and Develop Self-Compassion

Join Holly Smith, mindfulness practitioner, for a six-week guided mindfulness course for bladder condition sufferers designed to help you cultivate relaxation, manage stress triggers, and develop self-compassion. The sessions will focus on practical tools to reduce overthinking, improve self-regulation, and support emotional wellbeing.

Each one-hour weekly session will include guided mindfulness practices, reflective exercises, and group discussions in a small, supportive setting (maximum 15 participants). This course is ideal for those looking to build resilience, let go of stress, and develop a deeper understanding of how mindfulness can support both mind and body.

The course dates are:

Monday 15th of September - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM 

Monday 22nd September - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Monday 29th September - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Monday 6th October - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Monday 13th October - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Monday 20th October - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM 

One ticket covers all 6 sessions and a separate zoom link will be sent for each session.

Course Highlights:

• Learning to calm the mind – Using mindfulness techniques to ease mental chatter and overthinking.
• Recognising stress triggers – Understanding how stress affects the body (and bladder!) and learning strategies to manage it.
• Self-regulation techniques – Practical tools for emotional balance and responding to challenges with greater ease.
• Mindful self-compassion – Developing a kinder relationship with yourself to reduce frustration and self-criticism.
• Bringing mindfulness into daily life – Integrating simple but effective practices into your routine for long-term wellbeing.

Who Should Join:

This course is designed for anyone living with bladder-related conditions who wants to improve their mental and emotional resilience. It is also suitable for those looking to develop mindfulness skills in a supportive, small-group environment.

Spaces are limited to 15 participants, so sign up now to begin your mindfulness journey.

More about Holly:

Holly Smith is a mindfulness tutor, specialising in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) approaches. Her work focuses on making mindfulness practical, accessible, and deeply compassionate, helping individuals manage stress, regulate emotions, and improve overall wellbeing. Holly combines evidence-based techniques with a strong focus on kindness and self-acceptance.

What You’ll Gain from This Course:

By the end of the six-week programme, you will be able to:

1. Recognise the impact of stress on the mind and body and learn mindfulness techniques to reduce it.
2. Develop relaxation strategies to calm the nervous system and ease emotional distress.
3. Identify personal triggers for stress and overthinking and respond to them more effectively.
4. Use self-regulation techniques to manage emotions and improve overall resilience.
5. Cultivate self-compassion to reduce self-judgement and foster emotional balance.
6. Apply mindfulness practices in daily life to support long-term wellbeing.

Why does the course cost this amount?

Bladder Health UK receives no government funding and has limited resources to run events and courses. The course fee helps cover essential costs, including Zoom hosting, Holly’s expertise, and the time she dedicates to delivering the sessions. Holly has also kindly agreed to donate a portion of the course income to BHUK, helping us continue our work supporting bladder health sufferers. To ensure a high-quality experience and personalised support, the course is limited to 15 participants. Holly is also running two 1.5 hour webinars which are free to BHUK members and just £10.00 for non-member sufferers.