Start Living Now
A Present-Moment Awareness & Personal Development Programme
Start Living Now is a programme designed to help people become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and reactions to life's challenges.
Built around lived experience, emotional awareness, mindfulness, and personal responsibility, the sessions encourage participants to spend less time trapped in the past or worrying about the future, and more time focused on what they can do today.
What Is The Aim?
The aim of Start Living Now is to help people:
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Build emotional awareness
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Improve self-confidence
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Understand their triggers
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Manage stress and anxiety
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Develop healthier thought patterns
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Learn how to respond rather than react
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Create positive daily habits
Session Topics
The Power of the Present Moment
Learning how to focus on what is happening right now rather than becoming overwhelmed by the past or future.
Acceptance
Understanding the difference between accepting reality and giving up.
Respond, Don't React
Exploring emotional triggers and learning practical ways to pause before reacting.
Healthy Boundaries & Let Them Theory
Understanding what is within your control and learning to protect your peace.
Silencing the Inner Critic
Recognising negative self-talk and developing a healthier internal dialogue.
Living Intentionally
Creating purpose, direction, and daily actions that align with personal growth.
What To Expect
Participants can expect:
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Open group discussion
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Reflection exercises
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Practical tools and techniques
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Guided mindfulness exercises
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A supportive and respectful environment
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Real-life examples and lived experience insights
Current Delivery
Start Living Now is currently being delivered through community partnerships and wellbeing programmes across Glasgow.
