Spaces to OpenUp
Spaces areĀ live online sessionsĀ with groups of people, some are recorded and saved in the Library for future watching.
OpenUp offers three different types of Spaces:
- Group sessions; interactively share experiences and mindfulness.
- Masterclasses; Listen, learn, and gain practical insights.
- Mindfulness; Practise mindfulness in a group. Your moment to arrive in the here & now.
Menstrual Health and Emotional Well-being
Live Spaces
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Join Us Every Thursday for a Moment of Mindfulness
Take a moment during your lunch break to slow down, breathe, and reconnect. Our live, guided mindfulness sessionsāled by experienced psychologistsāoffer a supportive space to cultivate presence and self-awareness.
Each week, we explore a new theme, such as focus, self-compassion, or resilience, providing fresh insights and practises each time you attend. You’re welcome to drop in for a single session or make it a weekly habit.
Mindfulness is a science-backed approach that can support your mental and emotional well-being. With regular practise, you may experience:
Greater concentration and focus
Reduced stress and increased resilience
More intentional, thoughtful responses
Enhanced compassion, patience, and self-acceptance
A deeper sense of balance and overall well-being
No prior experience is needed.
Menstrual Health and Emotional Well-being
Today, the topic of menstrual health remains underrepresented, leaving many individuals in the dark, dealing with challenges alone.
In this group session, we will focus on helping you feel more connected to your menstrual health, share your experiences with others, and navigate challenges together.
You will learn how to:
Address your challenges and implement practical coping strategies
Enhance your emotional well-being from a psychological perspective
Navigate your cycle with more self-compassion
To make the most of this group session, please watch our recorded masterclass or complete our course on menstrual health beforehand. These resources provide a solid foundation in the subject, which will enhance your understanding and participation in the session.
For this session, we kindly ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, as it is interactive and requires participation.
*Please note: We encourage and welcome individuals of all gender identities to join, including individuals who are in women’s bodies but do not identify as women.
Dealing with emotions | Emotions part 2
In a series of two sessions you will take the first steps in learning how to deal with your emotions in a healthy way. During this part 2 session, we will build upon what we learnt in part 1 and focus on how to regulate and process your emotions. You can expect a lot of interaction, sharing, and learning from each other.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Discover your values
If you want to take the reins in your own life instead of letting it carry you along, itās important to be able to direct yourself towards the things you find meaningful and valuable.
Values add this direction to your life. You can think of your values as your internal compass that helps you to set the course for your life. Living by your values helps you to set goals and to make choices that suit you and make you feel fulfilled.
Itās time to discover what your values are so that you can take steps towards living in line with what matters to you. This group session helps you to discover whatās important to you and how you can live by your values.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Join Us Every Monday for a Moment of Mindfulness
Take a pause at the start of your week to slow down, breathe, and reconnect. Our live, guided mindfulness sessionsāled by experienced psychologistsāoffer a supportive space to cultivate presence and self-awareness.
Each week, we explore a new theme, such as focus, self-compassion, or resilience, providing fresh insights and practises each time you attend. You’re welcome to drop in for a single session or make it a weekly habit.
Mindfulness is a science-backed approach that can support your mental and emotional well-being. With regular practise, you may experience:
Greater concentration and focus
Reduced stress and increased resilience
More intentional, thoughtful responses
Enhanced compassion, patience, and self-acceptance
A deeper sense of balance and overall well-being
No prior experience is needed.
For Managers: Navigating Emotions in Feedback Conversations
In this session for managers, we will focus on managing emotions during feedback conversations. Emotions can be challenging because they can cloud judgment, trigger defensive reactions, and hinder effective communication. Youāll gain insights into both your own and othersā emotional reactions, understanding how these reactions influence each other and the overall conversation.
We will explore techniques to maintain a broader perspective and effectively navigate emotions during feedback exchanges. This includes learning about emotional interactions and practicing a case study together, ensuring you can approach these conversations with confidence and empathy.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Join Us Every Tuesday for a Moment of Mindfulness
Take a moment during your lunch break to slow down, breathe, and reconnect. Our live, guided mindfulness sessionsāled by experienced psychologistsāoffer a supportive space to cultivate presence and self-awareness.
Each week, we explore a new theme, such as focus, self-compassion, or resilience, providing fresh insights and practises each time you attend. You’re welcome to drop in for a single session or make it a weekly habit.
Mindfulness is a science-backed approach that can support your mental and emotional well-being. With regular practise, you may experience:
Greater concentration and focus
Reduced stress and increased resilience
More intentional, thoughtful responses
Enhanced compassion, patience, and self-acceptance
A deeper sense of balance and overall well-being
No prior experience is needed.
For Managers: Dealing with Pressure
Balancing team management with the demands of senior leadership can create significant pressure. Managers deal with a lot of responsibility and daily demands, which can cause a strong sense of pressure. But⦠How do you handle this pressure?
This interactive group session is designed to help you navigate these challenges by providing practical tools and support. By learning about mental toughness, resilience, and leveraging your strengths, we will help you increase your mental capacity to deal with pressure. Additionally, you will engage with fellow managers and share experiences and strategies.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Join Us Every Tuesday Evening for a Moment of Mindfulness
Calmly end your day by slowing down, breathing, and reconnecting. Our live, guided mindfulness sessionsāled by experienced psychologistsāoffer a supportive space to cultivate presence and self-awareness.
Each week, we explore a new theme, such as focus, self-compassion, or resilience, providing fresh insights and practises each time you attend. You’re welcome to drop in for a single session or make it a weekly habit.
Mindfulness is a science-backed approach that can support your mental and emotional well-being. With regular practise, you may experience:
Greater concentration and focus
Reduced stress and increased resilience
More intentional, thoughtful responses
Enhanced compassion, patience, and self-acceptance
A deeper sense of balance and overall well-being
No prior experience is needed.
Grow your confidence | Confidence Part 2
This is part 2 of our confidence series! If you haven’t yet taken Part 1: confidence and limiting beliefs, we suggest to start there, as this session builds on what you have learned in part 1.
How exactly does self-confidence come about? Why does it sometimes falter? And what can you do to keep it up? In this group session, you’ll dive deeper into what self-confidence is and you’ll get tips and tools to grow your self-confidence.
Insecurity doesnāt happen or change overnight. Self-confidence neither. Allow yourself some time and space to tackle it. This group session with psychologists Eva Rüger & Emma White will help you get there.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
For Managers: Recognise and Deal With Early Burnout Signals
During this session for managers, we will focus on burnout and the vital role you, as a manager, play in preventing it within your team.
We will provide you with the essential tools and knowledge to identify early warning signs of burnout. By engaging in discussions and sharing experiences with other managers, you will gain insights into practical strategies for supporting your team effectively.
To enhance our discussion, please bring a real-life example of challenges you are facing in recognizing signs of burnout or in approaching team members about this issue. Sharing your experiences will help us tailor our strategies more effectively.
Please note that this session is designed to support managers in guiding others through burn-out symptoms. If you are personally experiencing burn-out, we recommend attending THIS session tailored to individual support.
To ensure the success of this session, we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, as it will be interactive and needs your participation.
ADHD Untangled: Myths, Realities & Practical Support
Today, we’re hearing more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but despite progress in advocacy and awareness, some unhelpful myths have taken hold too. You may have heard people saying āāeveryone is a bit ADHDāā or āāitās over-diagnosed these days.āā Left unchecked, these misconceptions can make it harder for people to seek help or feel believed.Ā
Whether you have ADHD yourself or know, live, or work with someone who does, the chances are you’ve encountered its impact without always having the language or tools to respond. In this masterclass, Rosie Turner, founder of ADHD Untangled, cuts through the noise to give you a practical and compassionate understanding of ADHD.
During this masterclass, you’ll discover:
The different types of ADHD, and how they may present in daily life.
Common ADHD traits and coping mechanisms such as masking and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD).
Compassionate strategies to manage ADHD in yourself, or better support someone else in your life or at work.
*Please note: this masterclass offers practical strategies and insights, it is not a diagnostic tool. If you or someone in your life is seeking a formal assessment, we’d encourage you to speak to your GP or a qualified specialist.
Can’t be there live? No worries! The session is recorded and will be uploaded to the OpenUp library after the session.
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Join Us Every Thursday Morning for a Moment of Mindfulness
Start the day calmly with a meditation. Our live, guided mindfulness sessionsāled by experienced psychologistsāoffer a supportive space to cultivate presence and self-awareness.
Each week, we explore a new theme, such as focus, self-compassion, or resilience, providing fresh insights and practises each time you attend. You’re welcome to drop in for a single session or make it a weekly habit.
Mindfulness is a science-backed approach that can support your mental and emotional well-being. With regular practise, you may experience:
Greater concentration and focus
Reduced stress and increased resilience
More intentional, thoughtful responses
Enhanced compassion, patience, and self-acceptance
A deeper sense of balance and overall well-being
No prior experience is needed.
Introduction to intuitive and mindful eating
This session is hosted every month. When a session is fully booked, this page automatically displays the next available session.
It is no surprise that our nutrition impacts our mental well-being, mood, and energy levels. After all, we are what we eat! In this session you will be guided by a nutritionist to help you improve your relationship to food.
In this session, you will gain awareness about your relationship to food, eating behaviour and practice with intuitive eating exercises.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Resolving conflicts in the workplace
Do you have colleagues who regularly make you upset? Or maybe there are unresolved conflicts in your workplace that are causing problems?
In our interactive group session, you will learn which factors are the main drivers of conflicts, why you are simply āallergicā to some people and how you can resolve conflicts using a practical method.
You are welcome to bring along a personal example of a conflict with a manager, colleague or customer so that you can apply the learnings directly.
What you can expect:
Get to know different levels of conflict
Reflection on your own triggers
4-step approach to conflict resolution
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Setting healthy boundaries | Part 1
This is part 1 of our “healthy boundaries” series. A well-balanced physical and mental well-being requires boundaries. They provide security, increased self-esteem, realistic expectations, and much more.
The first step in setting boundaries is to be self-aware and know your needs. The next step is to communicate well with others so that these needs, as well as your own identity, are respected.
This group session allows you to learn more about yourself and your own limitations. It will help you to discover the challenges you may face when trying to understand and communicate your limits, so that you can find your balance.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
A Flexible Mind in Difficult Times
Life rarely goes exactly as planned. Unexpected challenges and difficult emotions are part of being human. But what if, instead of getting stuck in a loop, you could approach your thoughts and feelings differently?
In this interactive session, weāll explore practical tools from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you relate differently to your inner experiences. Together, weāll practise skills that empower you to live more in line with what matters to you, no matter what challenges arise.
In this session you will:
Discover ACTās core principles and how they can be applied in daily life
Learn how to respond to thoughts and emotions without fighting or avoiding them
Practise exercises that help you stay present, open up to difficulties, and connect with your values
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Gain insight into your emotions | Emotions part 1
In a series of two sessions you will learn how to deal with your emotions in a healthy way. During this part 1 session, we will first gain more insight into what emotions are, their function, how to recognise your emotions, and how you currently deal with (challenging) emotions. You can expect a lot of interaction, sharing, and learning from each other.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Coping with worries: how to ease your mind
How often do the currents of worry sweep through your mind? Have you pondered the weight they carry on your mental well-being and level of anxiety?
In this group session, we will delve into the intricate realm of worries:
Understanding the underlying functions of worry
Recognizing the effects of excessive worrying
Learning effective strategies to navigate worries and ease your mind
In this session we will interact, share and learn from each other through personal stories and practical exercises. Please be aware that this session will not cover severe anxiety or panic attacks, as 1:1 sessions are more suited if you’re having these experiences.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
For managers: how to have meaningful conversations about mental well-being
During this session for managers we will focus on how to have a good, healthy and constructive conversation with a team member who is struggling. Facilitating a conversation in which you might feel uncomfortable or not knowing how to approach it can be very challenging.
Therefore we will explore our 5 pointers of meaningful conversation and practice a case together, aiming for you to feel empowered to have that meaningful conversation and support your team.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
The Impact of AI on Work & Well-being
AI is developing faster than ever, and with that comes both opportunity and change. You may be thinking: How will AI reshape the way we work and live? What does it mean for human connection, creativity, and well-being? And how can we adapt to these changes in a healthy and balanced way?
In this masterclass, psychologist Jochem Bukman explores the human side of AI and the impact this technological shift has on our daily lives. Together, weāll look at why AI can sometimes feel overwhelming or uncertain, while also exploring the possibilities it creates for growth, innovation, and support.
In this masterclass, you will learn:
Why AI impacts us so deeply on a human level
How to navigate change and uncertainty with more confidence
Practical ways to use AI positively while strengthening creativity and well-being
Can’t be there live? No worries! The session is recorded and will be uploaded to the OpenUp library after the session.
Breathing Techniques for Everyday Challenges
Are you curious about the power of your breath and how to harness it effectively? Understanding and improving your breathing is crucial as it directly affects your mental, emotional, and physical health.
Breathing is a remarkable, natural tool for relaxation, readily available to everyone. In our upcoming session, youāll learn to master deeper breathing techniques, uncover how these practices can alter your emotional state, aid in stress relief, and enhance your sleep quality.
What you can expect:
ā Foundation of Breathwork: Essential knowledge everyone should have about breathing.
ā Four Versatile Techniques: Explore breathing methods tailored for various life situations.
ā Practical Experience: Feel firsthand how controlled breathing can foster relaxation, sharpen focus, relieve stress, and improve sleep quality
Please ensure your camera and microphone are on, as this interactive session requires your active participation.
Confidence and limiting beliefs | Confidence part 1
This is part 1 of our confidence series! What’s the effect of your thoughts and beliefs on your level of confidence? In this group session, you will (together with a psychologist) work on your limiting beliefs to feel more confident. Because everybody has them but nobody tells you how to deal with them.
In the group session is enough space to ask questions, learn from each other, and gain insights and tips about limiting beliefs. Also, you’ll be working together on assignments to find out what you can do to turn your beliefs around.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Healthy boundaries in practice | Part 2
If you’ve already attended our “setting healthy boundaries” session – this is where you can practice your new skills! This session’s focus is not on psycho-education and new information. Instead, this session is a safe space to practice setting healthy boundaries, just as you learned in the previous group session.
There will be role plays, discussions, and you can bring real-life scenarios where you would like to practice setting healthy boundaries.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
The power of listening to improve your relationships
Discover the power of listening to transform your relationships. This interactive group session will guide you to better understand the art of listening and how it enhances communication.
What you will learn:
Insights into why listening can be challenging
A deeper understanding of what listening is and its benefits for your relationships.
Practical tools to cultivate empathetic listening.
Whether youāre looking to improve your relationships at home, work, or in social settings, this session offers a unique blend of expert insight, group collaboration, and hands-on practice to help you grow into a more empathetic and effective communicator.
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
Staying Motivated: Reigniting Motivation at Work
Some days, your motivation for work may be higher than others. Thatās completely normal. But what if youāre finding it increasingly challenging to stay motivated?
Learn to uncover the main factors that determine your work motivation ā or a temporary decrease of it. In this interactive group session, youāll dive into the psychology behind motivation, explore what gives you energy, and take a first step to rekindling your motivation.
What you can expect:
The 3 basic needs behind human motivation
Discovering what drives your own level of motivation
A practical exercise to change your view on (a lack of) motivation
For this session we ask you to switch your camera and microphone on, because it is interactive and needs your participation.
The Psychology of Enthusiasm: the Science, Dynamics & Impact
Enthusiasm is an emotion we all experience, but how does it exactly work? What actually happens within us when we become genuinely enthusiastic?
In this masterclass, Rijn Vogelaar, a social psychologist who earned his PhD studying the emotion of enthusiasm, will take you on a journey into the dynamics of this fascinating phenomenon. Drawing on scientific research, he explains what enthusiasm really is and how we can navigate the power & the potential pitfalls of this emotion.
In this masterclass, you will learn:
What enthusiasm is and how it evolved
How enthusiasm inspires people to take action
How authentic enthusiasm contributes to our well-being
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Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
A Flexible Mind in Difficult Times
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Coping with worries: how to ease your mind
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Gain insight into your emotions | Emotions part 1
For managers: how to have meaningful conversations about mental well-being
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Breathing Techniques for Everyday Challenges
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Confidence and limiting beliefs | Confidence part 1
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
The power of listening to improve your relationships
Staying Motivated: Reigniting Motivation at Work
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Healthy boundaries in practice | Part 2
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Menstrual Health and Emotional Well-being
Dealing with emotions | Emotions part 2
Discover your values
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
For Managers: Navigating Emotions in Feedback Conversations
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
For Managers: Dealing with Pressure
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Grow your confidence | Confidence Part 2
For Managers: Recognise and Deal With Early Burnout Signals
ADHD Untangled: Myths, Realities & Practical Support
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Introduction to intuitive and mindful eating
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Resolving conflicts in the workplace
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Setting healthy boundaries | Part 1
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Setting healthy boundaries | Part 1
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
A Flexible Mind in Difficult Times
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Gain insight into your emotions | Emotions part 1
Coping with worries: how to ease your mind
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
For managers: how to have meaningful conversations about mental well-being
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
The Impact of AI on Work & Well-being
Breathing Techniques for Everyday Challenges
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Confidence and limiting beliefs | Confidence part 1
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Introduction to intuitive and mindful eating
Healthy boundaries in practice | Part 2
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
The power of listening to improve your relationships
Staying Motivated: Reigniting Motivation at Work
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Dealing with emotions | Emotions part 2
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Menstrual Health and Emotional Well-being
Discover your values
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
For Managers: Navigating Emotions in Feedback Conversations
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
For Managers: Dealing with Pressure
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Grow your confidence | Confidence Part 2
For Managers: Recognise and Deal With Early Burnout Signals
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Resolving conflicts in the workplace
Meditation Monday: A Gentle Transition to your Evening
For Managers: Navigating Emotions in Feedback Conversations
Tuesday Mindfulness at Twelve: A Moment to Yourself
For Managers: Dealing with Pressure
Tuesday Evening Meditation to End the Day
Grow your confidence | Confidence Part 2
For Managers: Recognise and Deal With Early Burnout Signals
Thursday Morning Meditation: Start the day right
Thursday Meditation for a Mindful Lunch Break
Resolving conflicts in the workplace
For Managers: Navigating Emotions in Feedback Conversations
Discover your values
The power of listening to improve your relationships
Confidence and limiting beliefs | Confidence part 1
Staying Motivated: Reigniting Motivation at Work
Setting healthy boundaries | Part 1
Resolving conflicts in the workplace
Gain insight into your emotions | Emotions part 1
Menstrual Health and Emotional Well-being
A Flexible Mind in Difficult Times
Grow your confidence | Confidence Part 2
Breathing Techniques for Everyday Challenges
Healthy boundaries in practice | Part 2
For Managers: Dealing with Pressure
Dealing with emotions | Emotions part 2
For managers: how to have meaningful conversations about mental well-being
Introduction to intuitive and mindful eating
For Managers: Recognise and Deal With Early Burnout Signals
Coping with worries: how to ease your mind
The Psychology of Enthusiasm: the Science, Dynamics & Impact
The Power & Impact of Music
Strengthen Your Mental Resilience and Growth Mindset
Coping with Grief & Loss
Career Change: Taking the Leap
Alcohol and Its Effects: What You Need to Know
Evolutionary Strategies for Overcoming Stress
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