About me -

JOY & PURPOSE THROUGH MINDFULNESS, COMMUNITY & NATURE!

Hi there and welcome!

My name is Marjorie Lumet.

My mission is to invite joy and purpose into our lives through living in harmony with ourselves, others and nature. My medicine is creating a healing and nourishing space within which I invite you to experience mindfulness, nature connection and deep ecology practices in community.

We live in a time where we are called to evolve our way of being in the world, how we relate to ourselves and the world around us. Our modern way of living has become increasingly individualistic, fast-paced, automatic, disconnected and sadly often destructive to our wellbeing and the planet. We are invited to move away from this unsustainable paradigm into a more nurturing, authentic, collaborative and aligned way forward, one that takes care of our own well-being whilst contributing to that of others and of our environment. One that sustains and regenerates Life rather than depletes it. This deep transformation towards a way forward that regenerates us, our communities and the natural world is our greatest mission at this time on Earth.

I believe it is essential to have restorative spaces where we can heal, grow and reinvent ourselves. Spaces where we can connect deeply to ourselves, others and Nature to experience clarity, empowerment and purpose in our actions. Let’s contribute to a healthier ecosystem for our own vitality, the sake of our communities and that of generations to come!

More about my own journey …

This journey started for me with the practice of mindfulness, waking up to the fullness of being alive, to my body, my senses and the beauty all around, to the world of feeling rather than overthinking, rediscovering my inner knowing and intuition, nurturing the more feminine qualities within me of being, caring and mothering, following the courageous path of my heart.

In 2015, I became a mother for the second time and in a leap of faith, left my corporate role to venture into the world of self-entrepreneurship to heal and transform my own life and that of others. That is when this website was born and I started sharing the practice of mindfulness through 8-week mindfulness MBSR courses.

My journey towards mindfulness and holistic well-being began long before formal training. From a young age, I found solace and inspiration in nature, fostering a deep connection that has stayed with me throughout my life. Despite thriving academically and professionally for 15+ years in client-facing roles within media, fundraising, and event management agencies across Europe, I often felt disconnected from my true purpose.

It was during a transformative period, marked by the joy of motherhood and the challenges of balancing corporate demands and rhythms with personal fulfillment, that I discovered the power of mindfulness. I found myself longing for a deeper, more nurturing rhythm—one that resonated with my evolving priorities and values.

I started a daily mindfulness practice. It gradually changed my life and empowered me to live it fully. By practicing mindfulness, I was literally bringing more presence and just by doing that, experiencing more joy in my life as it unfolded. Nothing changed on the surface and yet everything was different. Even if there were things I didn’t like then in my life I was able to make peace with them whilst also gradually bringing small but significant changes to my habits giving me the energy and space to eventually make more substantial changes. I was blown away at the power of the practice to transform my own life and studied to become a mindfulness trainer to share the power of mindful presence with my world.

Today, I am committed to cultivating holistic well-being and empowering individuals to live authentically and fully engage with the world around them. I’ve never looked back except with deep gratitude at how much more presence, purpose and joy I’ve invited into my own life and how much meaningful transformation I’ve witnessed in others through the work I’ve been sharing with passion, trust and care.

Since embarking on this path of healing and transformation, I’ve continued to learn, train and grow.

I’ve supported many families in the making through mindful birthing & parenting courses and also as a birth doula.

I’ve witnessed many people suffering from moderate to high levels of stress, chronic pain, burn-out and depression often due to work stress. I feel passionate about partnering with organisations to address these growing issues. I love supporting companies dedicated to creating a culture of well-being in the workplace where individuals feel encouraged to show up fully, engage authentically and express their full potential and purpose contributing to the success of the whole.

I’ve trained as a coach to support people on a personal level to uncover more vitality, balance and purpose in their lives .

As a nature lover, I’ve guided many groups outdoors for mindful nature walks also known as forest bathing. I’ve noticed how being mindful outdoors is deeply restorative and have gradually began offering more nature connection practices within all of my courses.

For many years I was missing a more engaged form of mindfulness. In our world there is so much beauty and there is a lot that is falling apart, we are witnessing ecological breakdown, social injustice, etc. How can we relate to all of this and embody the change we want to see? I was longing to make the bridge between mindfulness, our sense of purpose and the needs of a world under pressure.

What I have found most helpful for myself personally to help navigate these times of profound social and ecological transition is deep ecology work. This work invites us to radically rethink our role as human beings in Earth and act in a way that serves and sustains Life. I’ve been inspired in particular by Joanna Macy’s work and Thich Nhat Hanh. In recent years, I’ve trained to facilitate The Work that Reconnects & Active Hope Circles. This work combines mindfulness, nature connection, community reflection & empowers individual and collective action in service of Life. This work supports those that are change-makers, healers, caretakers, parents, activists and anyone who experiences concern and deep care about the planet and wants to act and move forward in a more wholesome and sustainable way.

QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced Mindfulness Trainer (Centrum voor Mindfulness Amsterdam) – 2015
Life & Somatic Coach (Co-Active Institute Coaching Fundamentals, Strozzi Institute) – 2018
Work That Reconnects Facilitator (Roseaux Dansants & Transalquimia) – 2021
Active Hope Facilitator (Chris Johnstone & Madeleine Young) – 2022
Mindful Birthing Trainer (Nancy Bardacke) – 2017
Advanced Doula Training (JJJ Doula Training) – 2018
Thai Massage (House of Maitri) as well as Pregnancy & Postpartum Massage (Embracing Birth) – 2019
Breathwork Coach (Nieuwe Yoga School Amsterdam) – 2024
Yin Yoga Teacher Training 50h (Annie Au) – 2019
New Earth Medecine Woman including Womb Healing & Shamanic Medicine Wheel & Circle Trainings (Sacred Woman School) – 2022
MsC in Management Sciences & Advanced Professional Degree in Marketing & Communication – 2001

“I followed an 8 week Mindfulness course led by Marjorie. I am not new to Mindfulness. When I took the course, I already had lots of meditation experience and I teach a sensory-based movement form which incorporates mindfulness i its technique. What is great about Marjorie is that her teachings are as pertinent to beginner’s as they are to people like me, who have more experience. She is experienced, clear, creates a supportive and trustful setting, and gives the space people need to share and explore, and to be where they are at in their learning process. I highly recommend her classes. Most importantly, she walks her talk. She knows what she is teaching, because she practices it and it is her life.”– Kim

“Marjorie proved to be a very charismatic and attentive mindfulness trainer. She led us through a peaceful deep journey into the discovery of this very effective meditation technique. It was the most pleasant surprise of last winter for me as I was going through a difficult period trying to process a loss that was very significant to me. Our weekly appointment immediately became one of the healthiest habits I could come across. She is very clear in explanation, very loving to the group and to the single individual. We felt very nurtured and I can still relate to her lessons to find a sense of presence at the beginning or at the end of the day. I highly recommend her.” – Christina

“Following Marjorie’s training for 8 weeks really helped me to deal better with my own stress and anxiety. It is so difficult after a long day at work to wind down and stop thinking about meetings and emails but meditation allowed me to do just that and gave me some ‘me’ time. The training helped me be more present and worry less. It also helped me put things into perspective – the things that stressed me out at work now don’t bother me as much. I feel I have more control over my life.”– Bridget

“After a long period of stress, I explored mindfulness through Marjorie’s guidance. So far, I have been able to recover my energy, enjoy good sleeping once again and start looking at my daily life with new and more positive eyes. And all of this thanks to Marjorie’s patient and soft care, her personal sensible tone and kind explanations. The weekly session with Marjorie and the group became an important personal moment in my overcrowded agenda.” – Paolo

“Taking this mindfulness workshop is a great experience which opens a door that will never close again. It is like a muscle that you need and want to train on a regular basis. You will learn ways of taking distance and being more at peace with yourself, others and events. This even if you don’t practice hours every day. It is a great gift to offer yourself.” – Claire

“When I heard about the mindfulness training for pregnant women, I knew the course had found me. I was looking for some pregnancy-related course, but not the regular pregnancy yoga or birth preparation course. When I was pregnant with my first child I followed a hypnobirthing course, which in a way is similar to mindfulness but somehow wasn’t the right match for me. What I really liked about this mindfulness course is that it helps you accept things as they are. This was very helpful for me during labor, especially when I went from 5 to10 cm in just a couple of hours. I was the most afraid of this part during labor. And indeed, the pain was very intense, but using the techniques that I learned, I managed to ‘be in the zone’ and be with the pain, rather than trying to avoid it or trying to run away from it. And this actually is what it’s all about. Being in the moment, being present, rather than distracting yourself or wishing you were in another moment. I can definitely recommend this course to every pregnant woman. Even if it’s not your first child, you will learn things that can change your whole birthing experience, and also for parenthood beyond birth and life in general.” – Marlene