Our Mindfulness Blog

Insights and updates from Irish Mindfulness Academy

Carmel Farnan, founder and lead trainer delivering accredited mindfulness programmes for workplaces and schools.

Mindfulness in the Workplace

The stress of my corporate career led me to change career, setting up first in Psychotherapy, then Psychology and later founding the Irish, British and Australian Mindfulness Academies

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January 26, 2026
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Improving Recall Through Present Awareness and how to nurture your mind

Mindfulness and Memory - Improving Recall Through Present Awareness

Mindfulness improves memory encoding by sharpening present-moment attention

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September 6, 2021
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Mindfulness and Perfectionism - Releasing the Grip of High Standards

Mindfulness helps perfectionists find ease without abandoning their standards

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March 9, 2020
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Mindfulness for Athletes - Performing Better Under Pressure

Mindfulness gives athletes a mental edge, sharpening focus under pressure

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January 13, 2020
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Mindfulness and Creativity - Opening the Door to Fresh Ideas

Mindfulness quiets mental noise, creating inner space for fresh creativity

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July 8, 2019
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Mindfulness and Technology - Reclaiming Your Attention Every Day

Mindfulness helps restore intentional focus in our distracted digital world

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January 14, 2019
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