Shane’s most popularly requested seminars are outlined in the brochure below. Other new seminars are outlined at the end of this page.
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All seminars are of one-hour duration (with an added 30 minutes for potential discussion) have been delivered to health professionals, teachers, managers, state departments and community organisations the length and breadth of Ireland. For pricing /more information about the logistics please email office@moodwatchers.com with details about your organisation’s needs and preferred dates. In recent times these seminars have frequently been delivered ‘live’ through Zoom/Teams/WebEx/Teams but if the venue is within a reasonable travel distance from Sligo it may be possible to have them delivered in-person.
1. MINDING OURSELVES: Uprooting the roots of stress
At the root to a lot of unhealthy stress is irrational thinking. We are all thinking beings and we have an ‘internal dialogue’ going on in our minds, almost as if we are talking to ourselves. However, we only ever express a fraction of this thinking. These private thoughts directly impact on our feelings and consequently how we interact with others. When emotionally distressed we can make conclusions about ourselves, others and the world without recourse to the ‘voice’ of reason. The very best of us are vulnerable to illogical, irrational and unhelpful thinking, particularly when emotional or under pressure. In a climate of increasing stress due to changes within the work environment we need to make the best possible sense of changes and challenges.
Participants will learn about unhelpful thinking and belief systems. They will learn how to become more rational and compassionate in their approach to work and life in general. Evidence- based strategies that are linked to positive mental health and help keep us positive during challenging times will be taught.
2. THE PSYCHOLOGY OF RESILIENCE How to Cultivate Resilience within Ourselves and Others
Resilience is the ability to adapt to the challenges of life. It’s about bouncing back rather than falling apart. If you are strong in resilience you have this ‘bouncibility’ and can harness your inner strengths and coping mechanisms. Becoming more resilient will not mean that problems disappear. It does not mean that you have to become ‘as hard as nails’. Resilience is more about learning how to cope – tapping into our own resources and fostering inner-strengths in order to stay ‘standing’ during and after crisis.
Science has uncovered specific traits/factors that can be utilised at work and in our lives in general. This seminar outlines some evidence-based strategies linked to greater outcomes during challenge and change.
3. YOUR PRECIOUS LIFE: How to Live it Well
Over many decades science has made a wonderful contribution in helping us understand negative emotion. The emphasis on deficits, disorders and disease has allowed for effective interventions to be developed in order to help and support people who are unwell or unhappy.
But why wait until we are unwell to learn about becoming healthier? Why wait until we are unhappy to explore happiness?
In recent years psychologists have started to examine positive emotion. This research has focused on what makes people happier, what gives them more meaning and purpose in life, and what measures they can take to lead to overall greater health. The seminar will outline some simple, practical, and most importantly, evidence-based strategies linked to a better quality of life. The hope is that it will uplift and inspire change in the lives of those who attend but even more importantly inspire participants to incorporate it into their homes, workplaces and communities.
4. PSYCHOLOGICAL RENEWAL : Cultivating Happiness, Purpose and Balance
Life often feels like it’s rushing past, leaving us merely drifting through our personal and professional routines. That’s why it’s so important to pause, reflect, and take control of your journey. What drives you? What do you truly want to accomplish? These questions might feel daunting, but they are the key to either reaffirming your current path or making meaningful changes to enhance your life.
This seminar offers you a chance to reset your perspective, reconnect with what truly matters, and explore strategies to approach life and work with renewed focus, energy, and purpose.
New seminars 2025
Fostering a Sense of Team
This seminar explores the critical importance of building a strong sense of team within an organisation. Without it, companies risk becoming uncompetitive, vulnerable to errors, and lacking initiative when challenges arise. A weak team dynamic creates a stressful environment, where employees focus solely on individual survival rather than collective success, resulting in lower resilience, higher staff turnover, and increased absenteeism. This seminar offers psychological strategies for fostering teamwork in the hope that your organisation can become a thriving, loyal, and high-performing community.
Happiness Pays
This seminar explores the powerful connection between happiness and workplace success. Happier employees are healthier, more creative, and less prone to absenteeism, burnout, or stress. They are more focused, willing to embrace new challenges, and better team players, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Happiness drives loyalty and engagement, creating a workplace where employees thrive—and sometimes even lie about their age! Discover how prioritizing happiness can transform productivity and energize your team.
Compassion in the Workplace: Psychological benefits for teams
This seminar explores the psychological importance of fostering compassion at work, emphasising the shift from empathy to compassionate action. It highlights how compassionate workplaces build stronger connections, reduce stress, and improve well-being. Unhelpful belief systems that hinder growth will be explored. Self-compassion is also key are for development because it empowers us to thrive while fostering trust, resilience, and a culture of collaboration.
Becoming more ‘grounded’ – The psychological benefits of nature connectedness and novel ideas for staff
This seminar highlights the powerful benefits of nature connectedness in the workplace. Connecting with nature reduces stress, enhances creativity, and improves focus and resilience. By integrating nature-inspired practices, organisations can foster a calmer, more productive environment where employees thrive. Discover how reconnecting with nature can transform your team and
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Phone: Tel: (071) 9152653
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Email: office@moodwatchers.com