The Amazing Slideshow Addon!

Meditations,
Gatherings
& Courses

Find Events

— Upcoming Events

Oct, 18 | 2025

TEDx Tralee - Empowering Resilience

My TEDx Talk: Compassion as an Act of Radical Resistance

Read More & Book
Image

A Little About Me
— Helena Lyne —

I have a busy life that I love, living in the beautiful southwest of Ireland as a mom of 3 boys, as a STEM educator and a wellbeing facilitator and researcher.

I once subscribed to the "always-on" mindset – endless to-do lists, early mornings and relentless striving, pushed by an inner voice that rarely whispered kindness. I was often tired, worried, and reactive.

These days, meditation, compassion, sea swims and connection are my antidotes to the pressures of a non-stop world.

I have a scientific mind, grounded in logic and reason, alongside a spirited heart, drawn to freedom and creativity - a blend that shapes how I experience and share life.

With a BSc. in Biochemistry, a Postgraduate Certificate in Mindfulness Practice and Research, and a MSc. in Mindfulness-Based Wellbeing, I’m fascinated by the intersection of science and well-being.

I offer content and courses on meditation, mindfulness and compassion - crafted to ease stress and worry and reawaken love and joy.

Proven Benefits of Mindfulness

"In a world that moves so fast, mindfulness practice helps us to slow down – we become less reactive, we soften stress and anxiety, nurture relationships and embrace creativity. We open our hearts and feel more present and alive to what is beautiful within and around us.“

Mindfulness, practiced for thousands of years in the East, is now backed by modern science for its proven benefits to well-being. This refers not to the quick-fix mindfulness offered by popular apps, but to evidence-based Mindfulness Intervention programmes led by accredited, qualified, and trauma-sensitive teachers.
  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Enhances emotional regulation
  • Ignites creativity and problem-solving
  • Improves focus and attention.
  • Reduces symptoms of depression
  • Increases compassion and empathy
  • Enhances self-awareness

  • Reduces chronic pain
  • Supports healthier eating habits
  • Lowers blood pressure and supports heart health
  • Boosts immune function
  • Improves sleep quality
  • Reduces inflammation
  • Enhances energy levels and physical vitality
Image

"With your breath as your companion, walk into the places you fear"

Sarah Blondin

"Many of us are willing to spend six or eight years studying to get a diploma. We believe it’s necessary for us to be happy. But very few of us are willing to spend three or six months, or even a year, training ourselves to handle our sadness or our anger, to listen with compassion, and to use loving speech. If you can learn how to transform your anger, sadness, and despair, and if you can learn how to use loving speech and deep listening, you can become a real hero capable of offering happiness to many people."

Thich Nhat Hanh

"It's not about feeling better, it's about getting better at feeling."

Gabor Maté

“Life is amazing. And then it's awful. And then it's amazing again. And in between the amazing and awful it's ordinary and mundane and routine. Breathe in the amazing, hold on through the awful, and relax and exhale during the ordinary."

LR Knost

"Her nervous system had been through so much, she decided to spend the rest of her life calming the inflammation. Thoughts, feelings, memories, behavior, relations. She soothed it all with deep, loving breaths and gentle practices. The softer she became with herself, the softer she became with the world, which became softer with her. She birthed a new generational cycle: Unrepentant Peace."

Jaiya John

— Why Meditate—

Many believe meditation is simply a tool for relaxation, but it is so much more than that. We call it our meditation “practice” because it is exactly that—a practice. Just like you might practice an instrument or a sport, meditation is a way to practice for the challenges of daily life.

  • During meditation, we spend time following our breath. This simple practice trains us to anchor ourselves when life gets stressful - we become less reactive.
  • While meditating, we practice staying steady with small irritations, like an itchy nose; or exploring bigger issues, like difficult emotions. This helps us become more skilled at responding to both minor annoyances and larger challenges in our daily lives.
  • During meditation, we practice letting go of harsh self-criticism and softening our inner dialogue—we carry this into our day, becoming kinder toward ourselves and others.
  • When we meditate in group mindfulness courses, we learn that our difficulties are not unique. Many others share the same struggles. We learn we are “normal”, we feel less alone.
  • During meditation, we tune into our senses. This translates into being more present with sensation in daily life, for example, appreciating birdsong or eating with more presence.
  • During meditation, we practice somatic awareness and we begin to recognise how our emotions and mental states show up physically in our bodies. This can help us to be more emotionally regulated when needed.

Contact me if you wish to see if mindfulness is right for you at this time: helena@mindful.ie

Image

Trauma is common amongst us, and meditation can sometimes trigger distress. It is important to learn mindfulness from a teacher who has been trained in trauma-sensitivity, to ensure safety and support. Mindfulness can also help in healing past trauma when the timing is right.

— Anyone Can Practice Mindfulness—

You don’t need to be a certain “type” to meditate—anyone can learn. It’s a common misconception that you must “empty your mind” or sit cross-legged to meditate. You don’t even need to feel calm or relaxed!

Also, mindfulness is much more than just meditation. You can be mindful during all aspects of everyday life.

With the right guidance, anyone can develop a meditation practice that works for them :)

Image
— Address

Co. Kerry, Ireland

— Contact

Email: helena@mindful.ie

Follow Me