How to Calm a Busy Mind - Mindfulness Workshop in Laxey

Do you overthink? Struggle to switch off? Feel like your mind is constantly busy?
Perhaps you find yourself replaying conversations, worrying about the future, getting caught in negative thinking, or simply wishing you could give your mind a rest.
You're not alone.
Our minds are constantly generating thoughts, predictions, memories and stories—and without awareness, it's easy to become caught up in them.
But you can learn to relate to your mind differently.
Join mindfulness teacher, TEDx speaker and author Mike Kewley for a practical and engaging afternoon exploring how mindfulness can help you develop a calmer, clearer and more focused mind.
Drawing on mindfulness meditation, neuroscience and contemplative wisdom, you'll explore why the mind becomes overactive and learn simple techniques that you can begin using immediately in everyday life.
During this practical mindfulness workshop, you'll explore:
- Why the mind becomes busy, distracted and overactive
- How mindfulness can help develop greater awareness and emotional balance
- Practical ways to work with difficult thoughts and emotions
- How to cultivate greater calm, clarity, focus and presence
This isn't about trying to stop thinking.
It's about learning to recognise what your mind is doing—and discovering that you don't have to follow every thought it produces.
No previous meditation or mindfulness experience is required.
Whether you're completely new to mindfulness or already have an established practice, you'll be encouraged to explore these ideas at your own level.
Workshop Feedback:
"Thank you so much for yesterday. I can honestly say I woke up this morning with a clear head! I felt, and still do feel, amazing."
Venue: The Institute, Laxey, Isle of Man
Date: Saturday 5th August 2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 4pm
Investment: £45
*Spaces are limited.
Reserve your place today and join me in Laxey for an afternoon of mindfulness, meditation and practical tools for greater calm and clarity.
“If you wish to quieten your mind, have more control over your thoughts and feelings, and live in the moment, I recommend spending some time with Mike.”
— Tim, Limerick, Ireland
www.mikekewley.com
Location
Laxey Working Mens Institute, 6HJV+HF2