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How mindingu Came into Being 

The Story Behind its Foundation - A Personal Story from the Founder 

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My Story

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My journey into well-being began over 17 years ago, when a health challenge prompted me to explore meditation more deeply. What started as a personal practice evolved into a professional path, and I became a meditation teacher. However, I soon realised that formal meditation doesn’t suit everyone. People have unique needs, lifestyles, and preferences, and for some, structured sitting practices may feel uncomfortable or impractical to integrate into daily life.

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Determined to make mindfulness more accessible, I trained extensively in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to become an ACT and Commitment Coach. ACT offers a flexible, evidence-based approach that combines mindfulness with values-guided goal setting—empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges with clarity, purpose, and sustainable motivation for meaningful change.

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Through my own experiences in supporting my husband’s successful business, I’ve witnessed the challenges professionals face in balancing their personal well-being with the demands of work. These experiences, combined with my personal journey through adversity, have deepened my belief in the importance of aligning personal values, cultivating self-compassion, and applying mindfulness in practical, everyday ways.

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My mission is to bring empowerment, kindness, and authenticity to individuals and workplaces. I believe in the transformative power of creating thriving, healthy work environments where well-being and business success go hand in hand. When workplaces cultivate a culture of care—where kindness is the foundation, and employees feel valued and supported—they foster stronger teams, greater resilience, and long-term productivity. This ripple effect extends beyond the office, shaping a more compassionate society. I see employers as catalysts for positive change, building a legacy of kindness, respect, and sustainable success.

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Lorna

“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.”

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What We Do

We offer a range of courses, talk, workshops and mini retreats designed to empower individuals and organisations.​

For the workplace please click here 

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For personal development/ please click here

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The Property

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In 2015, we were fortunate to purchase this beautiful property, and since then, we've been working to create a space that truly nurtures the mind and body. The mindingu Centre is custom-built with comfort and serenity in mind, offering a peaceful atmosphere with large windows that look out onto the expansive, tree-filled landscape. The property features a winter river, resident kookaburras and blue wrens, and visits from red-tailed black cockatoos and kangaroos providing a truly back-to-nature experience. It’s our delight to host visitors for classes and courses, offering a space to recharge, refocus, and enhance well-being in this tranquil environment.

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Our Name 

mindingu 

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mindingu is pronounced min-ding-goo, with a bit of emphasis on the "ding."

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​​​is a blend of two concepts: "mind" and "minding you."

Mind  

​​​​​​This part of the name symbolises mindfulness, mental wellbeing, and self-awareness.​​​​​

Minding You-rself   

Ultimately, mindingu is also about self-empowerment. Through learning, simple tools, action plans, and being in a safe and supportive environment, we encourage you to take responsibility for your own growth and well-being. 'Minding you' means both caring for you and empowering you to care for yourself—offering the guidance and              resources you need to confidently take charge of your journey toward mental clarity and personal development.

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