mindfulness & meditation
My name is Robert and I am
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certified mindfulness & meditation guide who emphasizes simplicity, science and playfulness
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previously the leader of a 20-member international team
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musician
My mindfulness journey
Like most of us, I fought mainly with myself. Constant thinking, poor concentration at work or studies and sometimes days when nothing made sense to me.
I had a hunch that meditation and mindfulness could help me, and I tried it for years, but practically without results.
Then came a difficult period. I told myself that if there was ever a time to fully commit, it was now. I started to devote myself intensively to meditation, going through courses, retreats (and later training) in the Czech Republic and abroad ( list here ) and also researching what works for me and what doesn't and coming up with my own 'upgrades' of standard methods. I realized things that are rarely mentioned, even though they are essential for meditation to be effective.
And it started working. I became able to prevent excessive stress and depressive states. The level of focus at work increased dramatically. And over time, I noticed that I judge myself and others less and feel more understanding and content.
My life isn't perfect, but I feel a lot better about it since I started meditating.
And because I believe (and now I know) that if it worked in my life, it can work in others, I created this project after a long period of my own practice and education. I started with occasional meditation sessions for colleagues at my original job, and as time progressed, I started running courses for groups both in Czech and internationally.
Education & experience
I am a certified mindfulness tutor. As the first and, so far, the only one in the Czech Republic, I have obtained certification from the British Mindfulness Association to teach the Mindfulness Based Living Course (MBLC).
Over 500 people have participated in my educational programs.
I have experience in leading workshops and courses for the public and work groups. I also organize international courses for psychologists and youth workers from different countries.
I understand the challenges people face at work and know what can support them. Previously, I worked in project management in the fields of education and sustainable development. I led a team of 20 people in 9 countries promoting changes towards climate protection and sustainable consumption. I also coordinated the educational program Pioneers into Practice, which supported large companies (for example IKEA or T-mobile) in applying environmentally friendly practices in their activities.
In addition to the development of mindfulness and meditation through my own practicce, at mindfulness teacher training, courses and retreats ( list here ), I attend workshops and courses of other methods to be able to offer the most comprehensive view possible. I supplement mindfulness with movement techniques that help release accumulated stress and emotions from the body. So if you're expecting to just sit quietly the whole time on my course, you will be surprised :)
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