Our Story
After 20 years of friendship and sharing a love of learning, practicing and sharing well being techniques, Nicole and Maria have teamed up to create Wellbody Wellmind Wellbeing.
With a combined four decades of experience in this area, we are passionate about sharing powerful tools for mind and body wellness. We aim to build individuals’ resilience in dealing with the stress and challenges inherent in life.
Our evidence-based core intervention model includes learning about breathwork, mental wellbeing, bodywork and healthy eating, relaxation.
Our Team
Nicole Hartley
Co-founder
Nicole is a wellness trainer and teacher with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and groups in all areas of personal growth and well-being.
She holds a BA Honours in Psychology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychosynthesis Holistic Counselling, and a yoga teacher certification.
Currently, she teaches yoga, breathwork, meditation, and well-being classes across Eastbourne, welcoming people of all ages and abilities.
Maria O’Donnell
Co-founder
Maria is an experienced trainer and teacher with over 20 years of experience in personal development and well-being.
She holds an MA in the Traditions of Yoga and Meditation, qualifications in yoga and yoga therapy, accounting, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management. She studied Psychology as an undergraduate.
Maria is the Module Coordinator and Senior Lecturer for the Professional Resilience module at the University of Chichester and leads workshops and retreats across Sussex
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“I’ve realised the need to be compassionate to myself – that in stressful situations it’s OK to pause and breathe.”
– Ruth, teacher
Our values
Connection
We are dedicated to fostering genuine relationships and a sense of belonging among individuals and building communities. Through shared experiences, open communication and mutual support we harnesses the power of connection to inspire wellbeing on all levels.
Compassion
Compassion lies at the heart of all we do, reflecting a deep-rooted empathy and understanding towards the struggles of others. This value resonates through every initiative, as the charity reaches out with kindness to improve mental and physical wellbeing of those in need.
Integrity
Integrity, trust and transparency is another cornerstone of our charity. It underpins all of our relationships. It is the moral compass that guides the organisation, earning the confidence of our benefactors and making a meaningful impact on those whose lives we aim to uplift.