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Rebuilding and happiness in tough times

Owen O’Kane
Owen O’Kane Photograph: Owen O'Kane

After a tough time, it can be tempting to want to go back to the past. To be the person you were before it all began, or to have the same level of mindset or optimism. The reality, though, is that during those times we learn a lot of difficult lessons about ourselves and the world around us. We emerge changed.

When we approach the concept of rebuilding, it is important to remember that, rather than pining for a version of ourselves that may no longer exist, we can move into a new rhythm, knowing what we now know, and with a shifted perspective.

In this empowering masterclass with psychotherapist Owen O’Kane, and hosted by leading international coach Bev James, you will discover the psychology of happiness and how you can draw on it to rebuild your life after a trying time. With practical tips for managing anxiety and practising self-care, as well as how to shift your perspective, this workshop will provide you with the tools to encourage your own whole-body health - beginning with your mind.

Course content

  • Understanding human struggle

  • Managing thoughts and emotions

  • Shifts in perspective

  • Self-care

  • Salvaging life lessons

  • The importance of hope

  • A 15-minute guided calming session

  • Q&A

This course is for…

  • Anyone with a desire to understand the psychology of happiness

  • Anyone who wants to feel more empowered to rebuild in tough times

If you live in the UK, you can purchase a ticket with a copy of Ten Times Happier at checkout for the combined price of £46.79 including postage and packing (RRP £9.99).

Tutor profile

Owen O’Kane is a former NHS clinical lead for mental health in London and the Sunday Times bestselling author of Ten to Zen, a quick and simple mental workout. Having grown up in Northern Ireland during the Troubles, Owen grew to understand from an early age the impacts of conflict and anxiety on the human mind. He is a regular contributor to press, news and TV, and has worked with Good Morning Britain, BBC Radio 2, The Guardian, The Times, and more. Owen’s latest book, Ten Times Happier, is available now.

Host profile

Bev James is the CEO of Bev James Management, the world’s largest training organisation for coaches, and has founded a number of businesses under the ‘Academy’ umbrella including Corporate Solutions, the Personal Success Academy Online and the Entrepreneurs’ Business Academy, a joint venture with James Caan from the hit BBC show, Dragons’ Den. She has become known as the ‘millionaires’ mentor’ through her ability to coach and mentor a range of individuals and organisations to millionaire status.

You will be sent a link to the webinar 2hrs before the start time of 6pm (BST).

Details

Date: Thursday 16 September 2021
Times: 6pm-8pm (BST)
Price: £38 (plus £2.04 booking fee); £46.79 with a copy of Ten Times Happier (plus £2.39 booking fee)
Event capacity: 80

This masterclass is available globally. If you are joining us from outside the United Kingdom, please use this time zone converter to check your local live streaming time.

6pm BST | 7pm CEST | 10am PDT | 1pm EDT

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Returns policy

Once a purchase is complete we will not be able to refund you where you do not attend or if you cancel your event booking. Please see our terms and conditions for more information on our refund policy.

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