Click and Connect: Mindfulness for Autistic Adults
Mindfulness-Based Meditation Group Practice.
Mindfulness meditation is an effective way of promoting and sustaining our mental wellbeing. It is based on a blend of modern science and ancient wisdom. With proven benefits in stress reduction, managing anxiety and living well, mindfulness-based meditation can really make a positive difference to our day-to-day life.
Mindfulness is used to develop a different relationship with the challenges and stressors we experience. It helps us be with our thoughts, emotions, habits and impulses in the moment, without feeling that they might take over.
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Supporting self-development
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Helping people to understand complexity
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Encouraging curiosity and inquiry
The Group will meet fortnightly as part of Scottish Autism’s ‘Click and Connect’ programme.
Our Group will meet on Zoom for 45 minutes every second Friday at 10 am.
The group will be facilitated by Charlie McMillan, with the intention of encouraging those who attend to develop their mindfulness skills and a regular mindfulness practice.
This includes those who self-identify, waiting on an assessment or post diagnosis.
Meet the Host
Charlie McMillan
Charlie has lots of experience of leading and delivering mindfulness courses, day retreats, and workshops. He is committed to the involvement and inclusion of neurodivergent people in mindfulness. This is an evolving area of practice, and Charlie is keen to work with the group to further develop a mindfulness approach that best suits neurodivergent people whilst retaining the core elements of the practice.
Charlie trained as a social worker and has had a lengthy career working for NGOs in Scotland. He is an ally of neurodivergent people in their quest to live full, safe, loving and equal lives.
Charlie is a proud member of the LGBT+ community and is committed to developing the right environment for social justice to flourish for everyone.
