Following on from her previous sell-out Mental Health Theatre Shows, Sheila McMahon, Qualified Counsellor RegMBACP, FTP, Comedienne and survivor of mental ill health is bringing her NEW show live, Online via zoom, to your living room On Sat 10th Oct 2020. You do not need to be already signed up to zoom. You just need internet connection and a camera on your device to watch the show!
The show includes
- Understanding Anxiety
- How Anxiety effects our beliefs, behaviour and relationships
- How to manage Anxiety
- New Anxieties related to Covid-19
- Coping mechanisms
- Tools to manage your state of mind
- Breathing techniques
- Guided Relaxation
- Mindfulness
The show also includes…..a Sing song, Comedy and Virtual Hugs!!!
All this for just £15 plus the booking fee i.e. £16.76.
Whilst Sheila is disappointed that this year’s show cannot take place at The Lichfield Garrick Theatre, she will still be supporting The Garrick, as it’s a registered charity by donating 10% of profits from this show.
So if you fancy joining Sheila for a great night of learning and laughter then you can book your tickets now through this eventbrite link…
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sheilas-live-mental-health-show-7-about-anxiety-tickets-118421719551
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