ABOUT ANGELA

Originally born in Germany, Angela Philippi moved to Cheltenham in 2007, just over 13 years ago.

“Throughout my life, I never quite understood why there was so much discontentment in most people and especially in myself. It seemed to me as if everything around me and within me was rather fear-driven and anything but joyful.

I had a tendency towards experiencing anxiety and depression, and this therefore led to a lot of questions: “there must be more to life than this”, “there must be something that can’t be fully comprehended or defined through the mind”, “why can’t I be happier”, etc.

Through trial and error and a lifetime of dedication to learning how the mind functions, I developed a natural interest in more holistic ways of living and dealing with the daily ups and downs of life.

I started to do a lot of research into holistic therapies and techniques, and it was great to see that there was something to be learned from every book, every article, every branch of science and art.

I absorbed everything I could that I thought might be useful to me personally, as I became increasingly determined and serious about feeling better and more at peace with myself.

After practicing meditation occasionally, I then decided to become a graduate of Zenways as a meditation and mindfulness teacher.

I learned an enormous amount during my training, not only about myself but also about how I was able to teach others.

It included over a year of study and practicing prior to me achieving my qualifications.

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ABOUT ANGELA

Originally born in Germany, Angela Philippi moved to Cheltenham in 2007, just over 10 years ago.

I absorbed everything I could that I thought might be useful to me personally, as I became increasingly determined and serious about feeling better and more at peace with myself.

After practicing meditation occasionally, I then decided to become a graduate of Zenways as a meditation and mindfulness teacher.

I learned an enormous amount during my training, not only about myself but also about how I was able to teach others.

It included over a year of study and practicing prior to me achieving my qualifications.

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5-week Awareness and Mindfulness course for Health and Wellbeing

EVERTHING FALLS INTO PLACE

“Obviously I had to ‘practice what I preach’, so I went through the entire Wellbeing Course myself before I began teaching it to clients.

I can therefore speak from an authentic point of view when teaching it.

It is beautiful to be in a position where I can now help other people to get the same benefits and improve their lives that I did.

The course and the time of study and practice helped me enormously to relax, physically and mentally, to feel happier, more resilient, and much more."

POSITIVE CHANGE

"It certainly didn’t mean that my life became much easier all of a sudden, but I definitely started to build a very different, better relationship to the ups and downs we all experience.

It increased my awareness so I learned that instead of being a victim of my thoughts, I can be the observer of my thoughts, which means I am no longer non-stop run by ‘the voice in my head’, realising that it was the exact same ‘voice’ which been leading me to most of my suffering in the past.

I am therefore very enthusiastic and passionate about teaching this course to others, and find it very fulfilling to contribute towards positive change in someone.

Looking back, I can say it certainly changed my life for the better and I am very determined to continue practicing what I have learned and continue with my own personal development and growth with meditation, mindfulness and holistic therapies.

It keeps me balanced and grounded in my day-to-day life with its ongoing ups and downs, and it really taught me that, if you are seriously determined to become better, you must start with yourself first and look within.

When this approach is pursued, the rest of your life’s expectations will fall into place.”

Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness is pleased to recommend the following local therapists and other affiliated organisations, who provide lovely discounts to all subscribers.

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Enjoy relaxing holistic massage, reflexology and other therapies with Emma from Relaxing Therapies.

10% DISCOUNT on all treatments for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 2 Reward Points on your 1st visit to Relaxing Therapies, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Emma.

Improve and maintain your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health with the ancient art of Qigong with Karen from Shibashi Qigong.

Bring a friend for FREE on your 1st class for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Shibashi Qigong, and 1 additional Reward Point after your 4th class or if you recommend someone to Karen.

Benefit from some great Yoga, Sports massage and Personal Training sessions with Debbie Choi from Healthy Girl Debbie.

£5 OFF any 50 minute deep tissue sports massage, and/or bring a friend for free to your first Yoga session, and/or get £150 off your first 10 Personal Training sessions (minimum: 2 sessions per week) for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Healthy Girl Debbie, and an additional 2 Reward Points if you sign-up for the 10 PT sessions. Also earn 1 additional Reward Point if you recommend someone to Debbie.

Get 'whole body healthy' with nutrition advice from Caspar Chamberlain, 'Mr. Neck & Shoulders', a chinese massage and fitness specialist in Gloucestershire.

10% DISCOUNT on all treatments for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Trained Personally, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Caspar.

Qigong with Nikki from Bonsai Chi.

First class HALF PRICE for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Bonsai Chi, and 1 additional Reward Point after your 4th class or if you recommend someone to Nikki.

Enjoy beautiful, relaxing, countryside walks with Ian from Cotswold Natural Mindfulness.

First walk is FREE for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st walk with Cotswold Natural Mindfulness, and 1 additional Reward Point after your 3rd walk or if you recommend someone to Ian.

Tai Chi with Max from Movement & Massage in Cheltenham.

HALF PRICE Tai Chi class (only £4) for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members (every 2nd Sunday at Oriel Lodge from 2- 3pm).

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Movement & Massage, and 1 additional Reward Point after your 2nd class or if you recommend someone to Max.

Yoga with Helena Hatha Yoga in Cheltenham.

Bring a friend for FREE on your 1st class for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Helena Hatha Yoga, and 1 additional Reward Point after your 4th class or if you recommend someone to Helena.

Shiatsu treatments plus help with the menopause from Andrea at Cotswold Menopause & Shiatsu Bodyworks Cheltenham.

10% DISCOUNT on all treatments for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Shiatsu Bodyworks, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Andrea.

Forest Hog. 100% natural cleaning products. Chemical free. Local firm created by Diana with online shop.

20% DISCOUNT on all products for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st order from Forest Hog, and 1 additional Reward Point if you spend a minimum of £30 or if you recommend someone to Diana.

Perfect Nails & Beauty from Audrey. Vegan products only.

10% DISCOUNT on all treatments for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 2 Reward Points on your 1st visit to Perfect Nails & Beauty, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Audrey.

Dr Ina Vikmane - Beauty and Massage Therapist at Oriel Lodge in Cheltenham.

£10 OFF your 1st 60-minute Pamper Session (includes 30 minutes massage + 30 minutes facial) for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Ina's Beauty, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Ina.

Float in the Forest provides a wonderful floatation experience, a unique type of relaxation therapy with the added benefit of emerging into a beautiful natural environment.

Buy 3 floats and get 10% DISCOUNT for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 2 Reward Points on your 1st visit to Float in the Forest, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Float in the Forest.

Tailormade massage treatments to suit your needs, with a unique combination of essential oils and a variety of soothing massage techniques.

20% DISCOUNT on all treatments for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members (30% OFF if you recommend someone else).

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Judith's spa in Cheltenham, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Judith.

Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, based in Cheltenham.

FREE 30-minute Wellness Health Review for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point after your free Health Review on your 1st session with Ami, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd session or if you recommend someone to Ami.

Nutrition, Biofeedback, Essential Oils and Bowen Technique practitioner in Cheltenham.

BUY 1 TREATMENT & GET YOUR 2ND HALF PRICE for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st session with Rebeccah, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd session or if you recommend someone to Rebeccah.

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Facial Enhancement Acupuncture with Marie. Based in Bishops Cleeve, also available at Oriel Lodge.

FREE consultation and FREE Gut Health or Skin Assessment.

I also provide Aloe Vera products from Forever Living. Aloe benefits digestive health, skin health, supports a healthy functioning immune system and can help improve your energy levels.

10% off your first order!

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Relax Head To Toes holistic therapy and yoga from Patricia to aid your wellbeing. Based in Upton- on- Severn.

10% DISCOUNT on all treatments for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 2 Reward Points on your 1st treatment with Relax Head To Toes, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd treatment or if you recommend someone to Patricia.

The ultimate mobile holistic massage service, delivering professional massage services to the comfort of your home at a time convenient to you from experienced massage therapist Natasha.

10% DISCOUNT on all treatments for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st treatment with The Hideout, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd treatment or if you recommend someone to Natasha.

Other non-Holistic treats...!

Kallou Hair Salon, by Jo.

Brockworth, Gloucester.

£5 OFF your 1st cut or £10 OFF your 1st cut & colour for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 2 Reward Points on your 1st visit to Kallou and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to Jo.

Sophisticated, relaxed, contemporary dining at 9 Montpellier Terrace, Cheltenham.

25% DISCOUNT off the entire bill if you choose from the A La Carte menu (Sunday to Thursday) each time you visit for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 1 Reward Point on your 1st visit to Chelsea Brasserie, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd visit or if you recommend someone to the Brasserie.

Alex Mac Creation - Photography and film making in Cheltenham.

10% DISCOUNT plus 2 framed prints on any portraiture package bought for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

Earn 2 Reward Points on your 1st purchase from Alex Mac, and 1 additional Reward Point on your 2nd purchase or if you recommend someone to Alex.

We are two teenage brothers, Amal and Aahan, who are concerned about the devastating impact of plastic pollution.

10% OFF your first order for Cotswold Meditation & Mindfulness Members.

The Last Straw Cheltenham, which aims to raise awareness of the impact of plastic pollution and provide alternatives to plastic straws in the hope of eradicating their use.

By the way, my friend Kim is running similar courses to the ones I offer, having studied with Zenways as I did, but in the even more tranquil surroundings of the beautiful islands of Lefkada in Greece, and also Sicily in Italy.

This relaxing and rejuvenating retreat can provide a lovely alternative to the normal holiday location, especially if you are a solo traveller.

Please click HERE for more details.