Learn mindfulness and self compassion

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Dr Rick Hanson, an eminent neuropsychologist, in his book entitled Hardwiring the Brain for Happiness, states that mindfulness training that enhances our abilities to stay with our present moment experience, with an open attitude of acceptance, is in itself not enough. He says that the evolved brain has a negativity bias that makes it like Velcro for bad experience. Therefore we need to build onto our mindfulness training inner strengths from positive mental states, such as compassion and gratitude. Experiential training in developing these positive mental states enables us to meet three of our essential needs, for safety, satisfaction, and connection.  

Are you interested in a career in sports therapy? 

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

The Institute of Massage & Sports Therapy offers internationally recognised courses in all aspects of sports massage, sports injuries, and physical therapy. It has been running courses from its Limerick and Galway venues for more than 17 years and has recently opened venues in Kilkenny and Tralee.

Learn to paint with Aileen Moran

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Have you ever longed to be able to paint or draw? Aileen Moran (nee Dunleavy) will start a new 10-week course of art classes from the week of September 21. 

GTI part time education and training 

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Autumn is here and with the new season comes a settling back into a more regular routine. This is the time of year when our thoughts turn to upskilling and many of us consider new study programmes that will enhance our lives – both in terms of job/career skills and personal development.

Better Bridge classes

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Bridge is said to be the Rolls Royce of card games, offering the suspense of poker and the excitement of athletic sports in a social setting. It is enjoyed by millions of people all over the world due to its unending variety. It is the most stimulating, most intriguing, most fascinating, and most challenging of all card games. Each deal has some quality of strangeness providing enjoyment, laughter, and sheer entertainment.

New mindfulness course starts next week

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

The next eight-week mindfulness-based stress reduction course will run in the Salthill Hotel on Tuesday evenings from September 15.  

Learn payroll with GPA Solutions

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

GPA Solutions is delivering its successful QQI level 5 and 6 payroll awards this autumn. These awards will provide learners with a working knowledge of the Irish payroll system and provide a valuable qualification to add to your CV.

Learn sean-nós dancing with Conradh na Gaeilge

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Monday September 28 will see the return of Conradh na Gaeilge's popular sean-nós dancing classes under the expert and patient tuition of Conamara sean-nós dancer Pádraig Ó hOibicín.

Ireland should take up to 10,000 Syrian refugees - Healy-Eames

Tue, Sep 08, 2015

Ireland should be prepared to take in 10,000 Syrian refugees, with each parish in the State being willing to accommodate five families each, according to Independent Galway West Senator Fidelma Healy-Eames.

Jobs boost as Deloitte establishes Galway office with thirty new posts

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Galway’s financial services sector got a boost this morning (Thursday) with the announcement by Deloitte that it is establishing a Galway office, with the creation of 30 positions.

'Poetry can illuminate people’s lives'

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Among the attractions of the upcoming Clifden Arts Festival is the launch of the latest poetry collection by Moya Cannon, entitled Keats Lives and published by Carcanet Press. It is also something of a homecoming, as Moya was a long longtime stalwart of Galway’s literary scene.

Absorb the creation of memories

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

It’s all about time. Everything is. Days, hours, minutes, seconds, years. Time plays such a key role in how we create memories, about how we anticipate them. We use and abuse time in so many ways. We rush from A to B to get there a minute early, then waste many minutes doodling or daydreaming when we get to B.  We place value on time and then deride that value. 

Galway’s top rental website shows just 113 properties available as shortfall hits

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Classifieds.advertiser.ie, Galway’s largest online property rental site, shows a total of 113 properties are available for rent in Galway City largest (Wednesday).

Crowe calls for mandatory sentencing for burglars

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Mandatory sentencing of three years must be introduced for any person convicted of burglary or attempted burglary, a city councillor has demanded, following a spate of burglaries in Bohermore and Westside in recent weeks.

Sheridan to run for Greens in Galway West – South Mayo

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Local businessman Seamus Sheridan has been selected to run for the Green Party in the next general election in the Galway West–South Mayo constituency.

Educate Together opens new school in Tuam

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Tuam Educate Together National School welcomed its first intake of nine junior infants this week. The school, based in in the former St Patrick’s CBS on the Dublin Road, is one of three new Educate Together national schools around the country as part of the divestment process.

Nuala Bourke, principal of Tuam ETNS, said it was an exciting week for the pupils, staff, and parents. "It has been a very busy summer with all the building works, ordering resources and preparing policies so I can't wait to get stuck in to the teaching part, getting to know the children, and building relationships in the community," she added. "Tuam is a vibrant town and I have been made very welcome. The highlight of the summer was meeting the nine families and already there is such a positive vibe."

Communication skills — a passport to success

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

A person’s ability to speak clearly and engagingly has an enormous impact on his/her self confidence, appreciation of language, literature, and art, and ability to communicate effectively throughout life. Whether interacting with fellow pupils and school teachers, delivering a presentation to colleagues, or performing in the public arena, being an articulate, engaging, speaker is an invaluable skill. When better to develop promote skills than in childhood?

Former TD Padraic McCormack - ‘a writer in the John B Keane mode’ as he launches a collection of short stories

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

PETER MANDLESON’S autobiography includes a photograph of him relaxing at Mick Jagger’s house. It is hard to imagine former Galway West Fine Gael TD Padraic McCormack ever wanting to hang around with rock stars. Instead McCormack has a genuine interest in the eccentricities that make otherwise unremarkable people, in unremarkable places, far more interesting than anyone photographed with the late Princess Margaret.

Croi and McSharry Pharmacy join forces to highlight dangers of heart disease for women

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Croi have teamed up with the McSharry Pharmacy Group to bring key health messages to Galway women as part of their ‘Women at Heart’ campaign. 

Modern and innovative gentle dental care at Clarinbridge Dental

Thu, Sep 03, 2015

Dr Eimer Fleming has recently opened Clarinbridge’s first dental practice — Clarinbridge Dental. Having worked in practices in Galway city and county for the past seven years, Dr Fleming  is delighted to announce the opening of her new practice.

The highest standard of dental care is provided in a clean and calm environment as Dr Fleming understands that attending for dental appointments is a daunting experience for many.  The practice of gentle dentistry is undertaken at Clarinbridge Dental, with all staff working together to provide patients with a comfortable experience. 

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