01/10/2026
Growing up can feel like a lot.
School. Friendships. Family. Social media. Expectations.
Changes. Big emotions.
Trying to figure out who you are while everyone seems to have an opinion about who you should be.
The Journey to Me is a safe, welcoming space where young people can pause, breathe and learn practical tools to help them navigate everyday life with greater confidence, self-awareness and emotional wellbeing.
These are interactive mindfulness and breathwork wellbeing sessions, combined with reflection, conversation, creative activities and practical life skills.
Young people will have the opportunity to learn how to:
🌱 Understand themselves and their emotions
🧘 Use mindfulness and breathing techniques to create calm
💭 Notice unhelpful thoughts and develop a kinder inner voice
🗣️ Express themselves and find their voice
💜 Build confidence and self-awareness
🤝 Understand respect, boundaries and healthy relationships
🌊 Navigate change and life’s ups and downs
🎯 Think about their future and the person they want to become
✨ OURJOURNEY
📅 22nd September
THE STORIES I TELL MYSELF
The stories we tell ourselves can influence how we see ourselves and the world around us.
We’ll explore self-talk, thoughts and beliefs, using mindfulness and reflection to help young people develop a more supportive relationship with themselves.
📅 6th October
FINDING MY VOICE
Learning to express yourself is an important part of growing up.
We’ll explore confidence, communication, speaking up, listening and expressing what we need — while learning to respect ourselves and others.
📅 20th October
WHO AM I BECOMING?
Growing up isn’t just about getting older. It’s about discovering who you are.
We’ll explore identity, values, strengths, choices and the qualities young people want to develop as they grow.
📅 3rd November
RESPECT STARTS WITH ME
Healthy relationships begin with how we treat ourselves and others.
We’ll explore respect, boundaries, communication, kindness and what healthy relationships can look and feel like — at home, at school and with friends.
📅 17th November
MY FUTURE SELF
Who do you want to become?
We’ll use mindfulness, visualisation and reflection to explore hopes, dreams, goals and the future each young person wants to create.
🧘 WHAT HAPPENS IN THE SESSIONS?
Every session will include a combination of:
✨ Mindfulness
🌬️ Breathwork
🧠 Emotional wellbeing education
💭 Guided reflection
🎨 Creative or interactive activities
💬 Group discussion
🌱 Practical tools they can use in everyday life
The aim isn’t to tell young people how they should live.
It’s to give them tools, space and confidence to discover their own way forward.
📍 WHERE?
Bentley Bridge Leisure Centre
🕓 WHEN?
4:00pm – 5:00pm
👥 WHO CAN ATTEND?
Young people aged 13–18.
Parents and carers are welcome to attend alongside their young person.
Please note: parents/carers must book a separate space.
💜 COME AS YOU ARE.
You don’t need to have everything figured out.
You don’t need to be confident.
You don’t need to know exactly where you’re going.
Sometimes, the first step is simply taking a breath…
…and beginning The Journey to Me. 🌱
Booking link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998426931749?aff=oddtdtcreator
PARENTAL CONSENT NEEDED! Please fill out the form before attending!
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