How our retreat helped Hannah's digital detox

Being mindful has "made a huge difference"

Since returning home, Hannah has been trying to incorporate mindfulness into her daily routine, particularly enjoying walks to school with her youngest, where they chat and observe nature together. She’s also made a huge effort to reduce her phone use, checking it less often and using it more intentionally.

She’s found these small changes have made a big difference to her family relationships: her connection with her children has deepened, her relationship with her husband has become more meaningful, and she feels more grounded.  

She credits the Mindfulness for Beginners retreat at Sharpham for being a game-changer.

“I feel like I've literally woken up to the world I'm in and I have a mix of absolute astonishment and happiness that I've got this…It’s not about sitting in silence for hours or trying to clear your mind. It’s about being present in your everyday life, no matter what you’re doing.

"It’s made a huge difference to my life.”