Offerings, Practices & Workshops

Travel is an invitation to be present, reflect, and align.

Open to all who are curious about Bhutan and travelling differently, this preview is hosted by SoulTrips and Mindfulnests. Gain a deeper understanding of Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness philosophy and its deep-rooted connection to nature. 

 

Learn about this new 11-day journey (31 May to 10 June 2026) designed for the seeker, the curious, and those looking to align their inner world with the majestic energy of Bhutan. This trip is ideal for those who are seeking calm, alignment, and purpose beyond the trip itself.

 

Date: 29 Jan 2026, Thursday

Time: 6.30 - 7.15 pm (Registration from 6 pm onwards)

Venue: Crane @ Downtonwn OUE

Price: FREE

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MBSR is an evidence-based programme developed in 1979 by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Created to support patients coping with chronic pain and illness, MBSR is practised all over the world and in Singapore to help people from all walks of life manage stress and enhance well-being. Grounded in mindfulness meditation, gentle movement, and self-inquiry, the programme offers practical tools to cultivate greater awareness and resilience.

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Certification for this course is a prerequisite for MBSR Teacher Training Intensive Programme.

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Format: In-Person

Venue: TBC

Duration: Weekly Wed sessions of 2.5 hours over 8 weeks + a Day of Mindfulness

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Understand yourself. Deepen your relationships. Align your life & career.​​

 

This unique 3-part journey blends the ancient wisdom of Chinese Metaphysics (BaZi, Feng Shui & Yi Jing) with the grounding practice of mindfulness, to help you gain clarity in key areas of your life — self, relationships, career — and move forward with greater calm and intention.

 

Part 1: You in Relationships -

Begin with a personalised BaZi reading that explores your personality, strengths, emotional nuances, and relational habits. 

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Part 2: You in Career & Wealth - 

This session explores your BaZi chart through the lens of career, work style, and wealth potential. 

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Part 3: Foundations of BaZi -

BaZi (八字, "Eight Characters") is a form of Chinese Metaphysics, that shows a map of your innate energy, revealing how the Five Elements and Yin-Yang forces shape your personality, relationships, and life path.

Learn:

• The Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water), what each element represents & the relationships between them

• The nature of Yin and Yang

• What does each pillar of your birth represent

• How these forces shape personality, relationships & decision-making

• How to use basic information in your BaZi charts for better decision-making e.g. suitable time to travel, pick up new skills, network & meet new people, look for help.

 

No prior knowledge required. Whether you're navigating change, seeking direction, or simply curious, this series will meet you where you are — with clarity, calm, and compassion.

 

Find out more about BaZi - 'Debunking myths about BaZi'

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This session is designed to support caregivers in cultivating self-awareness and emotional resilience through mindfulness. Drawing from Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), an evidence-based programme, this session includes guided meditations and gentle movement practice to provide respite for caregivers, and learn practical tips to manage stress and prevent burnout.

 

Format: In-Person

Duration: 2 - 3 hours

Slow Down & Reconnect

This introductory workshop is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with presence and clarity. Designed for those seeking greater self-understanding and calm amidst the pace of daily life, the session offers a gentle introduction to mindfulness and Chinese metaphysics as complementary paths of insight and alignment. 

 

Cultivating Inner Calm with Mindfulness

Participants will be introduced to what mindfulness is and how simple, accessible mindfulness practices can support everyday well-being.

 

Benefits of mindfulness:

• Stress management - ease symptoms of anxiety and low spirits through gentle presence

• Improved focus - anchoring the mind in the 'now'

• Better sleep - quiet the mind for a more restful night

 

Finding Clarity through Chinese Metaphysics

The workshop also introduces the Foundations of BaZi (Four Pillars of Destiny), a classical Chinese Metaphysical system that offers a basic understanding of how the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) and the principles of Yin and Yang, mirror patterns found in nature and life cycles.

 

BaZi allows you to see the energetic blueprint of your life. Make choices with your natural tendencies and current life cycles instead of going against the grain.

 

A Personal Gift for Your Journey

For participants who are open to sharing your birth details (year, month, date & hour), you will receive a complimentary BaZi reading for 2026.

 

Participants will gain practical tools for daily calm and clarity that may be deepened during Bhutan: Journey of Curiosity and Purpose. Discover how Bhutan's Gross National Happiness philosophy and Bhutanese astrology may mirror or differ in their ideas of living well.

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Date: 29 Jan 2026, Thursday

Time: 7.30 - 8.15 pm

Venue: Crane @ Downtonwn OUE

Price: $58 per pax​​​​​

Step into a serene retreat specially curated by The Kin Kollective, where heart, mindfulness, and community meet.

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🌿 What’s in store:

Light Meal by Fortune Food — A comforting spread of homegrown, halal-certified local delights to ground and nourish.

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Sharing by Miki Amrita — A conversation with a Certified Trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC).

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Mindful Tea Ritual — Guided moments of slowing down and savouring each sip, awakening the senses through presence and gratitude.

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Music Omakase — A mindful vinyl listening journey curated to open the heart, evoke reflection, and invite stillness through sound.

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Crystal-Infused Aromatherapy Roller Making — Craft your own personalised blend of essential oils and crystals, an aromatic keepsake to carry your intentions for renewal.

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Discover insights into your personality, strengths and life path through the lens of Chinese metaphysics. A BaZi Life Reading, provided in a soft copy, uses your birth date and time to reveal how the elements shape your path in areas like career, wealth relationships and personal growth. Gain clarity, make informed decisions, and align with your natural rhythm.

 

Receive Feng Shui recommendations for energy alignment - simple, intentional adjustments (no ostentatious or expensive objects)

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Energy exchange: $150 per pax

Optional: Top up of $50 for

One hour of in-person Q&A regarding the BaZi reading

Curated mindfulness-based workshops designed to support employee well-being, reduce stress, and enhance focus, resilience, and team communication. Tailored to your organisation’s needs, sessions may include guided practices, experiential learning, and practical tools to foster a more mindful, productive, and connected work culture.

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Format: In-Person

Duration: Flexible

Join us for a DuringMyTime.SG heritage engagement session at Gin Thye Cake Maker, a traditional bakery run by second-generation owner, Mr Lawrence Lim and his mother. This session invites us to slow down and experience the heart of our Singapore heritage craft.

You will hear personal stories behind the business, learn to capture nostalgic visuals through photography, take part in a simple game quest, experience how to make dragon beard candy, and end the day with a limited-edition duringmytime.sg collectible coin to mark your journey.​

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Follow @duringmytime.sg on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Lemon8 for updates on future heritage locations.

 

A project supported by Our SG Fund, MCCY.

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Seasons of the Self is a day-long retreat inspired by the nourishing cycle of the Five Elements in Chinese Metaphysics. ​

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Wood – Hatha Yoga Practice

Fire – BaZi Talk & Elemental Understanding
Explore the dynamic dance of Yin & Yang, and how the Five Elements shape your personal BaZi (birth chart). 

Earth – Mindful Lunch & Walking Meditation
Root into the steady rhythm of the Earth element through grounding, embodied practices. We’ll share a light, thoughtfully prepared lunch - catered in part by a community-based kitchen supporting meaningful local initiatives, 

Metal – Reflective Art Journalling
A guided art journalling process to support quiet contemplation, helping you give form to your insights, intentions, and inner truths. The session culminates in a one-of-a-kind piece of art to take home.

Water – Yin Yoga Practice

Throughout the retreat, you’ll be gently supported to work with the elements that resonate most with your unique constitution. Whether you’re seeking balance, inspiration, or clarity, this retreat offers a safe space to realign with your inner rhythm as the year turns.

No prior experience required. Just bring your curiosity, openness, and willingness to explore.
 

Discover what mindfulness is and how it can support your well-being. 

Drawing from Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), an evidence-based programme, this introductory and informative talk offers insights into how mindfulness can reduce stress, improve sleep, and bring calm to your daily life even in the toughest moments.

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Format: In-Person

Duration: 1 hour