Hasu Innate Wellbeing
Welcome to Hasu Innate Wellbeing, where wellbeing begins within.
I am Stef, the founder. I am passionate about helping busy individuals reclaim balance and 'Find their Zen' through calmer minds and grounded bodies to live happier, fuller lives.
A former corporate executive, longstanding Qi Gong and Yoga practicioner, I am an IMTA accredited Zen meditation and mindfulness teacher, part of the Zenways teacher community and a student of Zen Master Daizan Skinner.
Practising mindfulness in all its forms, including meditation and movement, has played a huge role in my wellbeing journey over the years. Today, I spend my time helping others, in and outside the workplace, to find their Zen by sharing what I have learnt during two decades of personal and professional journey, overcoming my own share of challenges, to live more slowly, authentically and sustainably amidst the pressures of our fast paced modern world.
Passionate about nature, the outdoors and still a keen, albeit less bouncy, equestrian, I live in Derbyshire with my two children, our cat and our two hens. When not sharing and connecting with others, you will find me with my nose in a book avidly learning, walking the beautiful local countryside or travelling far and wide on professional training, retreats or just exploring the world with my kids. Being 100% Italian, preparing slow and wholesome food for family and friends is one of my favourite ways of sharing love.
Hasu Innate Wellbeing is anchored in three principles 1.Wellbeing comes from within us and it is therefore accessible to all of us, regardless our circumstances 2.Mind and Body are not separate and we can learn how to help them work in alignement 3. Change is possible for everyone and it develops from awareness, conscious choices and consistent practice.
Hasu (蓮 or はす) is the Japanese word for the lotus flower, a powerful symbol of resilience and enlightenment. It blooms rising from the muddy waters unstained each time, representing the innate ability to rise above adversities. Through the ancient practices of Zen Meditation and Mindfulness, we can access our innate capacity for wellbeing, reconnect mind and body and cultivate the awareness from which to make new choices and build healthier habits.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, low, worried or stuck, you are not alone and you can benefit from this work. This journey is accessible to anyone, all it takes is curiosity, an open mind and ultimately practice. Follow us for the latest programmes and to join the Hasu family, I would love to practice together.
Follow us for the latest programmes and to join the Hasu family, I would love to practice together.