Bohem Notes

Reclaiming the Room: Beyond the Slide Deck

What happens when a trainer stops hiding behind a screen and starts leading with their most potent asset? Themselves.

This week, Mike Tan and I distilled 70 years of collective experience into Day 1 of our Masterclass in Facilitation with the ILM recognised 'Train the Trainer' programme.

We focused on the practical realities of the training room, helping professionals polish their frameworks and restock their toolkit for truly inclusive design that maximises both value and impact.

While you can certainly find information about facilitation techniques online, there's no substitute for the practical experience of managing a room in real-time. These two days provided that invaluable hands-on experience to the delegates.

On Day 2, the delegates moved from theory to practical presentations.

✅ Nervousness transformed into trust
✅ Peer encouragement strengthened connections; and
✅ Anxieties became awareness of the importance of a pause, and being a better friend than a critique of yourself.

The result?

Positive feedback all around, with attendees expressing not only satisfaction but also a sense of quiet inner reassurance, pride in accomplishments, and genuinely felt experiences.

One attendee shared that they had "never experienced anything like this," highlighting the transformative impact of mastering facilitation through practice rather than just theoretical knowledge.

Whether you are an aspiring trainer or looking to level up your communication and leadership presence, this course is for you.

Trainings at Career Change Wales are bespoke to each team, ensuring the experience is relevant to your specific goals and needs.

Book your spot for our next 'Train the Trainer' session:
✉️ : [email protected]
📞 : 029 21 156 603

Dancing is mindfulness in motion. 💃🏽

Beyond the rhythm, it’s a powerhouse for your wellbeing: a proven stress buster, a fun workout, and research shows it’s fuel for brain health.

When you add Bollywood rhythm, we take it to a whole new level with expressive storytelling and energetic grooves.

This month’s Mindful Moment is all about rhythm and the joy of letting go.

It’s not about the "perfect move," but rather the action of tuning movement to music, connecting with rhythm and enjoying the moment.

and I are delighted to welcome the guest facilitator from for this session.

If you’re ready to level up from the standard "twist the light bulb" moves, come and join us!

Let's get dancing together and take action for our mental health.

Limited spots. Tickets are going fast!
https://shorturl.at/C7Bmc

📍Sunday 31st May, 2pm at Roath Park Cardiff

Check out this video clip from supercharged workshop at the theme launch of , organised by !

What does a Joy Coach do when she visits the Netherlands? She meets with a happiness researcher, Nuthan Manohar and goes on The Happiness Tour.

Trading busy tourist spots to explore local jewels, she recharges with the rhythm of new conversations and the energy of fresh experiences.

Volunteering offers this window. To create impact in small, meaningful ways, and feeling good for giving back to the community.

You can experience this too and support the collective mission toward happiness.

The Happiness Tour is looking for volunteers to support social media and creative efforts.

If you’d like to share your "something special," drop a line to [email protected] or DM

Hey everyone! Just a quick reminder that my talk "Designing for Calm" is taking place this Thursday at .

You'll also hear from Luke Stanton - .

We've got a few tickets left if you'd like to join us! It'll be a great chance to connect, share ideas, and of course, enjoy some pizza too.

A big thank you to and sponsors for making this event happen.

Leaving smiles, touching hearts, and creating new memories.

By combining mindfulness with heart-led support and creative skills, we've created something truly wonderful for our community.

Yesterday, we talked about self-kindness and compassion using mirror work exercises. It was incredible to see the honest and mixed emotions from everyone, with our participants from the US to Cardiff.

Our safe spaces and guided support make it easy to relax and just be yourself – no need for formalities or pretenses.

Rachel guided us through portrait photography, capturing this gentle reflection, while our lovely participant got us striking new poses.

Thank you all for sharing your afternoon with us.

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A lovely afternoon on university grounds, celebrating a union of cultures and the theme launch for : Unity in Diversity.

The event successfully bridged systemic sectors—Education, Healthcare (the founder herself being a physician), Economics (with corporate representatives), Community Outreach () and Culture with representation from various South Asian organisations.

For me, this topic resonates deeply, especially during these challenging times when loneliness and burnout are at an all-time high. It serves as a vital reminder to promote social connection, which is the predictor of better health according to the longest study by Harvard.

This unity starts with each of us, by embracing our different identities and roles so we can be our full selves and being open to welcome others.

It was a delight to meet Dr. Binita Kane, founder of SAHM, to share my outreach work, dance with friends, and forge new connections.

Thank you to the organisers, volunteers, performers and everyone involved. Best wishes for the upcoming events.

I am currently raising funds for the British Heart Foundation as South Asians face a higher risk for heart-related health issues. For every donation, I am offering a one-hour coaching session. Support heart health by nurturing your own heart health. Link in the comments below.⏬







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