Lunchtime Wellbeing Series - Why me, Why now, Why bother?

Wednesday 14th January 2026
12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
In-person, Spring Room, The Hospice of St Francis HP4 3GW

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Is your life a case of 'Work, Eat, Rest, Repeat'?

Do you feel more like a human doing than a human being?

If yes is the answer to either of these questions, this is an opportunity for you to reflect on you.

Who should attend:

Everyone welcome whether staff member, volunteer, friend, colleague or member of the public who can join us in-person and wants to learn how to navigate change (personal, organisational and world).

 

Course Aims:

  • To start 2026 on a positive note

  • Create a positive mindset

  • Provide some ideas on how to navigate change

Objectives:

  • Promote self reflection

  • Provide a moment for reset

  • Encourage people to take ownership of 2026

Simon Shepard

Presented by

Simon Shepard)

Simon Shepard

Author of the Battle for Balance and Founder of Optima-life.com

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