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  • Laurus in Mersin, Turkey: Our First Experience as Invited Experts in an Erasmus+ Program

    Laurus in Mersin, Turkey: Our First Experience as Invited Experts in an Erasmus+ Program

    Laurus in Mersin, Turkey: Our First Experience as Invited Experts in an Erasmus+ Program

    From September 29th to October 3rd, we had the wonderful opportunity to travel to Mersin, a vibrant city on the Mediterranean coast of eastern Turkey, as invited experts through the Erasmus+ Invited Expert Program.

    For this visit, we designed a tailor-made course to meet the specific needs of local educators titled:
    “Building Psychological Resilience and Wellbeing through Mindfulness for Educators.”

    The course attracted great interest, and in the end, 20 secondary school teachers were selected to participate. Over the course of five immersive days, we explored how mindfulness and social-emotional learning (SEL) can be integrated into educational contexts, not only to enhance student engagement but also to nurture teachers’ own wellbeing.

    We all know that teaching can be a deeply rewarding yet stressful profession. Until we collectively develop the wisdom and compassion to regenerate how we teach and learn, mindfulness offers practical tools to cope with daily challenges, find balance, and bring more joy, creativity, and motivation into our classrooms.

    Cultivating Compassion, Empathy, and Kindness

    A central theme of our work together was compassion; both for ourselves and others. Building compassion begins with empathy, which is essential for collaboration and effective communication in any classroom. We also explored the transformative power of gratitude and kindness, qualities that open the heart and strengthen our communities.

    Speaking of kindness, I am deeply grateful for everything I received from the people in Mersin both professionally and personally. The Erasmus team and all participating teachers showed incredible warmth and generosity. I would wholeheartedly recommend them as partners for future Erasmus+ projects.

    Cultural Exchange and Shared Learning

    Beyond the classroom, I had the chance to discover so much about Turkish culture, food, history, and the education system; all of which I enjoyed immensely. This spirit of sharing and caring is at the heart of the Erasmus experience.

    We look forward to continuing this collaboration. Our next joint project will hopefully take place in Tarragona, Spain, this coming spring, a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) project connecting schools in Spain, Turkey, and Italy.

    If you’re interested in joining one of our future Erasmus+ KA1 training courses in Málaga, Spain, or Ireland, or would like to collaborate on KA2 projects, we’d be delighted to connect with you.

    Reflections and Gratitude

    Our final activity in Mersin was a short mindfulness meditation, followed by a creative writing exercise: each participant wrote a poem about an everyday object, expressing gratitude and appreciation for it. This simple yet profound exercise reminded us that beauty can be found in the smallest moments and ordinary things — a cup of tea, a pencil, a gentle word.

    To sum up, our experience in Mersin was truly enriching. Working with such kind and committed educators reinforced our belief that we can make a difference, one mindful moment at a time.

    With an open heart, a beginner’s mind, and the courage to step outside our comfort zones, we can be the change we wish to see in our schools.
    From that place of presence and creativity, new possibilities emerge, and so does hope.

    Thank you, Mersin, for your generosity, curiosity, and kindness. We will be back soon!

  • The 5 pillars of wellness and why September is good to make a fresh start

    The 5 pillars of wellness and why September is good to make a fresh start

    This month marks the launch of our very first newsletter, along with a series of free events to coincide with World Wellness Weekend (WWW) from 19th–21st September.

    September is a natural starting point for new intentions and projects.

    Our community events will take place on the 19th, 20th and 21st—you can to join us.

    Why today 9th September Matters

    The 9th of September is also Saint Ciarán’s Day. On the island of Inishmore, one of the Aran Islands off the west coast of Galway, the rites of St. Ciarán are celebrated. It is a place close to my heart, as both my son Keiran and this project were, in a sense, conceived there. I return whenever I can, and in 2026, when I bring a group of teachers to Galway for ERASMUS+ KA1 training mobilities, I will go again. Perhaps you’d like to join me?

    Behind the ruins of Teampall Ciarán there is a dolmen and sacred well, marked by a holy whitethorn tree. In the Celtic rite, pilgrims walk clockwise around the well, counting each round with a pebble. Each circuit is an intention or prayer—3, 5, or traditionally on Aran, 7 rounds.

    A simple intention might be: “May I be well. May I generate wellness.”

    For us, regeneration is about doing more good, giving back to others, our communities, and our planet—while also practicing self-compassion and caring for our own wellbeing.

    The Five Pillars of Wellness

    According to World Wellness Weekend, there are five pillars of wellness. Each has a mirror that reflects and deepens its meaning:

    1. Sleep & Creativity
      Rest restores us, and from silence and dreams, creativity is born. This could be our first intention: quality rest and inspired creativity. On the 20th, we’ll offer a workshop to help you open to creativity from the heart.
    2. Mindfulness & Serenity
      A calm beginner’s mind allows us to observe the present moment with clarity and compassion. Mindfulness is at the heart of our project—its fruit is wisdom and compassion. Join us in our weekly meditations as a member of our community.
    3. Movement & Vitality
      Our bodies are meant to move. Movement connects us to the world and deepens our awareness of ourselves. Join us on Fridays to move, breathe, and regenerate the earth together.
    4. Nutrition & Immunity
      Food fuels not only body and mind, but also soul. In Ayurveda, nutrition is linked to:
      • Prana (vital energy, air)
      • Tejas (nourishing fire)
      • Ojas (bodily radiance, earth and water)

    See our course on ayurveda for more information: https://naturaclass.net/product/curso-de-ayurveda/

    We are what we eat. In our Friday Regenerative sessions and monthly events, we’ll share local, organic, and seasonal food—and breathe in the energy of prana.

    1. Purpose & Solidarity
      Purpose gives life direction, and solidarity reminds us we are not alone. This is why we are launching our project now: to weave partnerships and community around a shared purpose of regeneration—to create a wiser, more compassionate world.

    So, we leave you with a question:

    👉 What is your purpose?
    👉 Will you choose to become part of the ReGeneration?

  • The importance of creating a conscious space

    The importance of creating a conscious space

     The Importance of Creating a Mindful Space

    In June 2025, we were fortunate to host a group of Welsh school teachers here in Málaga, in collaboration with our partners ACCIPE: https://accipe.org/  and the Welsh mobility programme TAITH (similar to Erasmus+).

    Málaga is a city that naturally invites mindful reflection. It delights the senses and fosters a sense of well-being, making it an ideal setting for our work together. The teachers stayed at El Seminario (La Casa Diocesana), a beautiful historic building that now hosts training groups focused on spirituality, therapy, or social development. It’s a space perfectly suited to mindfulness courses—one that invites guests to relax, disconnect, and reflect on both personal and professional contexts.

    Throughout the week, we combined daily mindfulness meditation practice with Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) applied to the teachers’ educational realities. The aim was to promote regeneration by engaging participants’ critical thinking and creativity, all grounded in active listening, empathy, and compassion.

    We also spent a day at the University of Málaga (UMA), where we explored further the importance of creating mindful spaces. Our first visit was to the Faculty of Education, where Dr Juan G, a renowned local architect, explained the design of a sustainable outdoor classroom affectionately known as “The Mushroom.” This space encourages meditation and small group collaboration in an open-air environment far removed from traditional classrooms.

    Dra Luisa M also spoke about how mindfulness is being integrated into teacher training programmes at UMA, as well as other university faculties—showing highly positive results in both student and staff well-being.

    Our visit continued to the Botanical Garden, where we were welcomed by biologist Dra Rosa P and our colleague at Laurus, Nathalie Borges. Together, we’ve used this space for activities during a mindful summer camp for children. The garden offers an ideal setting for all kinds of mindfulness practices—from quiet reflection and observation to active learning about nature and regeneration.

    We concluded our university visit at the Faculty of Psychology, where we toured a dedicated meditation room—an intentionally designed space for mindfulness practice by our host Dra Myriam D. Having a room like this in your school or faculty can be a powerful tool for introducing mindfulness and fostering a culture of well-being within the educational community. We also received a practical class from our colleague Teresa Roura.

    The purpose of this blog is to invite you to reflect on the importance of physical space in nurturing well-being, regeneration, and effective learning.

    If you’d like to know more about how we can help you create or transform such a space, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.