Mindfulness for surgeons

The power of now - how mindfulness changes the way we work (and live).

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Lilli Cooper’s no fluff newsletter.

Helping surgeons perform, and feel, better.

Lilli Cooper’s no fluff newsletter.

Helping surgeons perform, and feel, better.

Lilli Cooper’s no fluff newsletter.

Helping surgeons perform, and feel, better.

Mindfulness for surgeons

Mindfulness, or the awareness of the current moment, without judgement, can help regulate our physiology, clear our mind and focus our attention. 

Mindfulness for surgeons

Mindfulness, or the awareness of the current moment, without judgement, can help regulate our physiology, clear our mind and focus our attention. 

Mindfulness for surgeons

Mindfulness, or the awareness of the current moment, without judgement, can help regulate our physiology, clear our mind and focus our attention. 

Listen on the move

Too busy to read, or consuming on your commute?

Listen on the move

Too busy to read, or consuming on your commute?

Listen on the move

Too busy to read, or consuming on your commute?

Good thinking

“Weave your parachute before you jump out of the plane”

Jon Kabat-Zinn

Good thinking

“Weave your parachute before you jump out of the plane”

Jon Kabat-Zinn

Good thinking

“Weave your parachute before you jump out of the plane”

Jon Kabat-Zinn

Listen to the expert

Dr. Shiv Chande on Mindfulness and Performance

Dr Shiv Chande is a GP, mindfulness instructor, and yoga teacher. He co-founded the Chande Project, blending science and soul; mindfulness and human connection for modern life.

You can find out more about what he’s up to @thechandeproject @chandepaul  

Listen to the expert

Dr. Shiv Chande on Mindfulness and Performance

Dr Shiv Chande is a GP, mindfulness instructor, and yoga teacher. He co-founded the Chande Project, blending science and soul; mindfulness and human connection for modern life.

You can find out more about what he’s up to @thechandeproject @chandepaul  

Listen to the expert

Dr. Shiv Chande on Mindfulness and Performance

Dr Shiv Chande is a GP, mindfulness instructor, and yoga teacher. He co-founded the Chande Project, blending science and soul; mindfulness and human connection for modern life.

You can find out more about what he’s up to @thechandeproject @chandepaul  

Listen to the expert

The cutting edge and the granite face

Angus is a qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (MCI) and trained ICF Transformational Coach based in North Wales.

With his wife, British professional climber Hazel Findlay, and their. team, they run Strong Mind, providing climbers with the tools, practices and strategies they need to manage their fears and perform at their best. You can find out more about what they do, and sign up for their courses at: www.strongmindclimbing.com, @strongmind.climbing, @angus.kille

Listen to the expert

The cutting edge and the granite face

Angus is a qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (MCI) and trained ICF Transformational Coach based in North Wales.

With his wife, British professional climber Hazel Findlay, and their. team, they run Strong Mind, providing climbers with the tools, practices and strategies they need to manage their fears and perform at their best. You can find out more about what they do, and sign up for their courses at: www.strongmindclimbing.com, @strongmind.climbing, @angus.kille

Listen to the expert

The cutting edge and the granite face

Angus is a qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (MCI) and trained ICF Transformational Coach based in North Wales.

With his wife, British professional climber Hazel Findlay, and their. team, they run Strong Mind, providing climbers with the tools, practices and strategies they need to manage their fears and perform at their best. You can find out more about what they do, and sign up for their courses at: www.strongmindclimbing.com, @strongmind.climbing, @angus.kille

Featured resources

Below are a few (affiliation-free) resources that might help you optimise your rest and recharge.

Prefer mindfulness on the move?

Find some walking mindfulness prompts here.

Find Stillness, Anywhere

Learn seated mindfulness meditation with apps like Headspace.

See Your Calm in Action

If you want to observe the impact of mindfulness over time, try this mindfulness brain monitor.

Featured resources

Below are a few (affiliation-free) resources that might help you optimise your rest and recharge.

Prefer mindfulness on the move?

Find some walking mindfulness prompts here.

Find Stillness, Anywhere

Learn seated mindfulness meditation with apps like Headspace.

See Your Calm in Action

If you want to observe the impact of mindfulness over time, try this mindfulness brain monitor.

Featured resources

Below are a few (affiliation-free) resources that might help you optimise your rest and recharge.

Prefer mindfulness on the move?

Find some walking mindfulness prompts here.

Find Stillness, Anywhere

Learn seated mindfulness meditation with apps like Headspace.

See Your Calm in Action

If you want to observe the impact of mindfulness over time, try this mindfulness brain monitor.

Further reading

Discover the power of rest with a selection of books, including Sacred Rest by physician Saundra Dalton-Smith.

Further reading

Discover the power of rest with a selection of books, including Sacred Rest by physician Saundra Dalton-Smith.

Further reading

Discover the power of rest with a selection of books, including Sacred Rest by physician Saundra Dalton-Smith.

Mindfulness in Motion: Yoga with Dr Shiv Chande

Join Dr Shiv Chande for a restorative 60-minute yoga session on Sunday, 27 October at 8 pm (UK time) via Zoom.

Together we’ll explore how mindful movement can quiet the mind and restore balance — no experience needed, just curiosity and a mat.

Sign up to receive the Zoom link and a reminder closer to the session.

Mindfulness in Motion: Yoga with Dr Shiv Chande

Join Dr Shiv Chande for a restorative 60-minute yoga session on Sunday, 27 October at 8 pm (UK time) via Zoom.

Together we’ll explore how mindful movement can quiet the mind and restore balance — no experience needed, just curiosity and a mat.

Sign up to receive the Zoom link and a reminder closer to the session.

Mindfulness in Motion: Yoga with Dr Shiv Chande

Join Dr Shiv Chande for a restorative 60-minute yoga session on Sunday, 27 October at 8 pm (UK time) via Zoom.

Together we’ll explore how mindful movement can quiet the mind and restore balance — no experience needed, just curiosity and a mat.

Sign up to receive the Zoom link and a reminder closer to the session.

Available now

Optimising Performance for Surgeons course

6 weeks of self-directed content, plus two 1:1 coaching sessions for £300

Available now

Optimising Performance for Surgeons course

6 weeks of self-directed content, plus two 1:1 coaching sessions for £300

Available now

Optimising Performance for Surgeons course

6 weeks of self-directed content, plus two 1:1 coaching sessions for £300

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The next newsletter will be about Mastery

The next newsletter will be about Mastery

Who is Lilli?

A surgeon by background and also a professional coach

This newsletter aims to share relevant, concise tips to help surgeons perform, and feel, better.

Thanks for being here — feel free to message with thoughts, suggestions, or just to say hi.

Who is Lilli?

A surgeon by background and also a professional coach

This newsletter aims to share relevant, concise tips to help surgeons perform, and feel, better.

Thanks for being here — feel free to message with thoughts, suggestions, or just to say hi.

Who is Lilli?

A surgeon by background and also a professional coach

This newsletter aims to share relevant, concise tips to help surgeons perform, and feel, better.

Thanks for being here — feel free to message with thoughts, suggestions, or just to say hi.

Disclaimer: This newsletter is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional services. The information shared should not be used for diagnosing or treating any health conditions. For personalised medical advice, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.

Disclaimer: This newsletter is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional services. The information shared should not be used for diagnosing or treating any health conditions. For personalised medical advice, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.

Disclaimer: This newsletter is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional services. The information shared should not be used for diagnosing or treating any health conditions. For personalised medical advice, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.

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