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From a Western perspective, mindfulness is  about learning to pause  in each moment and consider how you could embrace  yourself, others, and the planet in a kinder, more loving way. It's the commitment to being mindful of this choice that results in a better quality of life.  Pathways to Mindfulness From a Western perspective, mindfulness is about learning to pause in each moment and consider how you could embrace yourself, others, and the planet in a kinder, more loving way. It's the commitment to being mindful of this choice that results in a better quality of life. About the Program At some point in life, most of us face a dark night of the soul —moments of loss, heartbreak, failure, or disconnection that leave us feeling powerless and dissatisfied with life. While these experiences can be profoundly painful, they also hold within them the seed of transformation. With the right guidance, what feels like an ending can become the doorway into a new way of being, one rooted in awareness, healing, and a deeper connection to your true self. Pathways to Mindfulness is a structured journey that helps you navigate these difficult times with clarity and purpose. Developed from ancient wisdom traditions and supported by modern neuroscience, PTM offers a step-by-step framework for shifting the patterns of thought and behaviour that keep you trapped in suffering. By engaging in this process, you’ll learn how to gently rewire your mind through awareness, mindfulness, and conscious choice, unlocking greater peace, joy, and freedom from suffering. Read More > What People Say "This program has empowered me with some very special tools and knowledge that I use on a daily basis and will continue to use for the rest of my life. I look back to my past with the opinion that I had been living my life with my eyes and ears shut. I now have a totally different perspective on life and the way I go about things." Travis L How to Participate We want you to experience the Pathways to Mindfulness process firsthand before making any commitments. That’s why the first two sessions are completely free, so you can explore the approach, ask questions, and see whether it feels right for you. From there, you have two ways to continue: Full Program (Minimum 25 sessions): A complete journey that allows the time, depth, and guidance needed to fully integrate these practices into your daily life. Short Course (Minimum 6 sessions): A practical introduction to the key concepts from the full program. This is a focused path that still equips you with tools you can carry forward on your own. Both pathways include: Weekly sessions (up to 60 mins per session) A printed workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session A mindfulness journal to support you after the program ends Tools you can return to long after the course finishes Lifetime access to the private online community and monthly meetings Weekly, monthly and upfront payment options Your Next Steps Step 1 Attend Your Free Sessions Begin with two free sessions to experience PTM firsthand. Start today for FREE Step 2 Confirm Availability Confirm Russell’s availability, enrolment dates, and session times. Book a Chat What People Say "I write from my position as a medical specialist and also an international healthcare leader, having been an advisor to the NZ government and the WHO, and also as the cofounder of an international movement for compassionate healthcare, Hearts in Healthcare. Of all the many programs in self-development I have undertaken, this mentoring program would rank among the most valuable. The program is based on a great depth of knowledge and wisdom and the learning resources are truly excellent." Dr Robin Youngson Commence Your PTM Journey Today Choose a Path That Works for You One-on-one Full Program with Russell Sturgess $5000.00 AUD Pay in full and save 20% Book Now One-on-one Short Course with Russell Sturgess $1600.00 AUD Pay in full and save 15% Book Now Online Group Short Course with Russell Sturgess From $695.00 AUD - Coming Soon Interested in the group events? Subscribe to receive updates about events directly to your inbox From Depression With Love Russell makes an appearance in this upcoming documentary sharing wisdom on why so many people in todays world feel worth-less, and how when this belief is sustained, it can be the catalyst for depression. Make an Appointment Schedule a 30 minute call with Russell to explore the PTM journey and how it can support you, confirm availability, or discuss upcoming enrolment dates. Book Now

Pathways to Mindfulness is a mentoring program that makes the inner journey practical and accessible. Instead of offering surface-level fixes, PTM goes to the root of suffering, helping you see the subconscious stories shaping your life, and guiding you back to present moment awareness so you can be more conscious in your decision making moving forward. It’s a journey of self-awareness, inviting you to see what holds you back from living each day with greater peace, love, joy, and fulfilment. PATHWAYS TO Mindfulness What is PTM About the Program What is Pathways to Mindfulness Pathways to Mindfulness is a mentoring program that makes the inner journey practical and accessible. Instead of offering surface-level fixes, PTM goes to the root of suffering, helping you see the subconscious stories shaping your life, and guiding you back to present moment awareness so you can be more conscious in your decision making moving forward. It’s a journey of self-awareness, inviting you to see what holds you back from living each day with greater peace, love, joy, and fulfilment. Who is PTM For? PTM is for anyone who: Feels weighed down by old patterns or painful stories. Struggles with reactivity, judgment, or disconnection. Senses there must be more to life than surviving or “coping.” Longs for clarity, peace, joy and freedom from their suffering. Enhancing awareness and living mindfully is a transformative journey that will convert the heart and mind, and consequently the lifestyle of anyone who chooses to follow the path. How PTM Helps Our Personal Filter Each of us carries a personal filter that shapes how we experience life. Formed in early childhood, this filter is coloured by our environment and shaped by our personality and interpretations of the experiences and emotions we witnessed. By age seven (some say as early as five), this filter is firmly established, becoming the lens through which we see ourselves and the world. As adults, we often move through life unaware that this younger version of ourselves is quietly pulling the strings. It’s as if we are the puppet, and our inner child the puppeteer. The Story A central part of this childhood filter is what we call the story. The story is a belief we carry about our self-worth. A belief that, for most of us, says w ho we are and the way we are is not enough . This belief is closely tied to the degree of connection, or disconnection, we experienced with our primary caregivers in those early years. The more consistently we felt seen, safe, and nurtured, the more inherently worthy we experienced ourselves to be. The more disconnected we felt, the deeper the sense that we were lacking. It is not uncommon for people to try to fill this perceived lack through external measures such as power and control, wealth and status, acceptance from others, or success and achievements, and over time, we can become dependent on these things to bring us happiness. The problem is that when they are taken away, lose their influence, or simply fade in potency, our happiness fades with them. Unless we actively learn to cultivate a state of consciousness that connects us with an inner source of happiness, our sense of fulfilment will continue to rise and fall with the changing circumstances of life. PTM is a Doorway to Freedom PTM helps you recognise these patterns, understand their origins, and reconnect with the freedom that comes from awareness and conscious choice. By noticing the stories that have guided your behaviour, you begin to reclaim your own agency and step out of habitual reactivity. Furthermore, PTM teaches that true happiness is not found in external sources but arises from within when you no longer operate from the filter of who you were taught to be, and instead begin living from who you truly are. Pathways to Mindfulness provides participants with an enhanced awareness of their inner world and provides them with tools that, if utilised, will help them live more mindfully so that each day can be lived with greater peace, love, joy, and so they can find freedom from their suffering. There is happiness to be found in both awareness and ignorance. It is just that the latter has a use-by date. Three Behaviours that Prevent Healing In the Buddhist approach to mindfulness they teach that three things keep you trapped in a mundane and often painful existence. Buddha called them the Three Poisons because of their ability to cause sickness and disease. Ignorance is when you live life habitually, always doing what you have always done. You are completely enmeshed with your childhood narrative, believing your thoughts and perceptions are real. The degree to which you experience happiness or suffering is mostly governed by external factors. Avoidance is when you have become more conscious of other ways of doing things, but the change feels like it requires too much effort, or it’s too painful to face what needs to be addressed. So, you resort to maintaining your old habits. You have awareness—which means you have a choice—but you forfeit that choice and continue to do what you’ve always done, getting the same outcomes. Attachment is when you are aware of what you need to do to change, you want to change, so you use willpower to make the changes. This becomes unsustainable and eventually sees you reverting back to your old habits. You lack the understanding of how to dissolve your attachment to 'your story' and it's associated values. Buddha went on to say that "All evil things, and all evil destiny, are really rooted in greed, hate and ignorance; and of these three things ignorance is the chief root and the primary cause of all evil and misery in the world ." This suggests that the opposite of ignorance must be the remedy, and the opposite of ignorance is awareness (gaining new knowledge and understanding). The first four modules of Pathways to Mindfulness, are dedicated to just that—enhancing awareness. The fifth module is about how to be mindful of that new awareness in each moment. Awareness is understanding. Mindfulness is using that understanding in a way that truely serves. Awareness and Mindfulness Promote Healing Awareness is about expanding your understanding. In Pathways to Mindfulness, this includes noticing how you experience life mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually; observing your story and the beliefs you hold about your worth; and recognising how your life could be different if you were no longer limited by your childhood narrative. Mindfulness is about holding this new awareness as you engage with life, moment by moment . Once you begin to see the extent to which your story is turning up in your life, the next step is to untangle your sense of self from it. This is achieved through observing or "witnessing" experiences as they unfold, rather than getting caught up in the drama and reacting habitually from ingrained patterns. This practice, known as living mindfully, helps you pause the moment you are pulled out of stillness, step into present-moment awareness, and consciously choose how to respond. It is from this lived state of presence that healing occurs, and inner peace and joy are experienced more consistently. Pathways to Mindfulness guides participants through a five-step process for identifying their story and moving beyond ignorance, avoidance, and attachment by becoming more aware and living mindfully. To make the five steps easier to remember, we use the acronym CHASM, symbolising the profound gap between your current experience and a life where inner peace prevails. Current Reality Module C is an awareness exercise where you practice observing the facts of your current reality, free from any judgements or perceptions. Through this process you start to become familiar with what it means to be the witness of your experience. You will become aware of how subconsciously you have lived your life up until this moment, and you will begin to understand how being unaware is directly connected to your suffering. Holding You Back Aristotle once said “Give me a child until he is seven and I will show you the man.” There is a substantial amount of scientific literature that supports the notion that during the first 5-7 years of a child’s life they are exposed to the programming that will form the filters for how they engage life. In a gentle way, Module H has you identify the programming, filters, and beliefs that are Holding You Back. We refer to this as ‘your story’. Alternative Reality Once you have established your current reality and how your story brought you to that place, you will then explore what a kinder, Alternative Reality might look like. This is a state of consciousness where there is little or even no suffering. The minute you begin to imagine this alternative reality, you have already begun to lay down the foundation for creating a new neural pathway. Shifting Realities If you are going somewhere you have never been before, it is likely that you will use a map to guide you to your destination. This is what Module S is all about. You will build a strategic map for Shifting Realities from point A (your current reality) to point B (the alternative reality). Each time you review the strategy you strengthen the neural pathway that can lead you toward the kinder, loving alternative you selected as your destination. Mindful Not Wilful The Western Mindfulness approach to change requires you to be Mindful Not Wilful. In this module you will be given five tools, that if embraced, will help you to pause your stream of programmed thoughts and behaviours in any given moment. It is in this space, when the mind is silent, that you will remember that the choice to be kinder to yourself, to others and to the planet exists. This is the place where change occurs. Pathways to Mindfulness has proven to be aligned with the latest research regarding neuroplasticity and neural pathway development. The program has been packaged in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step experiential program. The process is simple, but the impact is dynamic. Using C.H.A.S.M as the foundation for each session, participants gain an understanding of how to make the changes that will result in a better quality of life through enhancing their awareness, and living mindfully. When kindness becomes the thing you value most, your suffering - burnout, depression, challenging relationships etc, are replaced with a more consistent state of inner-peace, joy and fulfilment. The program is delivered in a high quality workbook with a complementary mindfulness journal. Workbooks Profiling Activity Pages 2 Workbooks 1/7 What Results Can You Expect? Pathways to Mindfulness doesn’t guarantee results, because real transformation depends on your willingness to engage with the process, bring curiosity to your inner world, and apply the practices in your daily life. What it does guarantee is satisfaction: participants consistently report that the program not only meets their expectations but often far exceeds them. This is because PTM doesn’t offer quick fixes or surface-level changes. Instead, it gives you the tools, awareness, and support to make profound shifts in how you relate to yourself, others, and life itself. When you change the lens through which you see and respond to the world, change naturally follows. These are some of the consistent outcomes reported by those who have completed the program: Generally happier in all aspects of life Restored love and connection in relationships Able to communicate with more clarity and confidence More freedom to be themselves Less dependent on the approval of others Less demanding of themselves and others Take the time to really hear others Less consumed by negative thoughts Listen to themselves and their own needs more often Prioritise looking after their needs as much as the needs of others Less emotionally reactive; able to respond thoughtfully Experience less frustration, anxiety, and anger Feel less exhausted More motivated to engage in life Increased confidence More inclined to make values-based decisions Consume less alcohol and drugs Found fulfilment in their work—or changed employment altogether Improved financial circumstances Improved sleep More committed to health and fitness Improved overall health and wellbeing A deeper sense of self-esteem and self-worth Commence Your PTM Journey Today Choose a Path That Works for You One-on-one Full Program with Russell Sturgess $5000.00 AUD Pay in full and save 20% Book Now One-on-one Short Course with Russell Sturgess $1600.00 AUD Pay in full and save 15% Book Now Online Group Short Course with Russell Sturgess From $695.00 AUD - Coming Soon Interested in the group events? 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Join Russell for 16 sessions that unfold a step-by-step path of spiritual transformation. Together you'll explore the difference between living in illusion and living in awareness. This map offers a clear pathway to transcend the egoic self and return to your essential nature. A Map of Transcendence Join Russell for 16 sessions that unfold a step-by-step path of spiritual transformation. Together you'll explore the difference between living in illusion and living in awareness. This map offers a clear pathway to transcend the egoic self and return to your essential nature. About the Program Early in the 15th century, twenty-two sacred images were transposed from manuscripts into a format inspired by playing cards, in order to preserve their wisdom in a time of great persecution. Rich in symbolism, these images — often described by Russell as 'pocket-sized stained glass windows' — carried teachings that illuminated a pathway from human suffering to soul enlightenment. For centuries their mystery lay hidden in plain sight... until Russell uncovered their deeper meaning in 2007. Since then, Russell has devoted himself to sharing this long-lost map with the world, guiding those ready to move from human struggle into divine consciousness. A Map of Transcendence takes participants on a profound journey into the nature of suffering and reveals the path back to their true essence and the healing that follows. Join Russell as he unlocks these sacred mysteries — and discover how to live them in your own life. Who is this program for? those who are experiencing the Dark Night of the Soul people who are not just trying to fix their lives—but trying to understand life from a soul perspective spiritual seekers who have done lots of 'inner work', but peace, love, and joy remain elusive What the program offers: enhanced clarity about the spiritual journey guidance on how to navigate the Dark Night of the Soul insight as to what a life aligned with our true nature looks and feels like inspiration for aligning with essence instead of ego understanding on how peace, love, and joy is possible in the day-to-day experience a visual map with images rich in symbolism to inspire and guide you on the journey Ready to participate? Start Now Still undecided? Watch a recording of a 3-hr webinar where Russell introduces his philosophy, and start to see for yourself how these cards reveal the deeper architecture of the spiritual journey and how the rich symbolism contained within the cards offers a way to walk through the Dark Night of the Soul experience with greater clarity. Watch the Webinar Commence Your Journey Today Choose a Path That Works for You A Map of Transcendence Self-Paced Online Program $290.00 AUD Details A Map of Transcendence Group Online Program From $890.00 AUD Expression of Interest A Map of Transcendence One-on-one Mentoring $3000.00 AUD Contact Russell Interested in receiving updates about all upcoming events? Subscribe to receive updates about events directly to your inbox What People Say " Before starting this course, I felt lost and uncertain about my purpose in this lifetime. I was searching for meaning and direction. This course has been a truly transformative experience. The teachings have provided me with clarity and a deeper understanding of myself and the world from a different perspective. My mindset has shifted, bringing me prolonged moments of peace and insight, and I feel more grounded in my everyday life." Belinda Books By Russell In 2020, Russell Sturgess' book The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot: The Cathar Code Hidden in the Cards was released internationally. A Map ofTranscendence was built upon the foundation of this book. Tell Me More Spiritual Roots of the Tarot Spiritual Roots of the Tarot 1/1 Tarot and the Secret of the Cathars The medieval Cathars were persecuted and thought genocided by the forces of church and state... but did their esoteric knowledge survive in a hidden form? Russell Sturgess, author of "The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot: The Cathar Code Hidden in the Cards," has discovered a secret code in the Tarot with the cards laying out the Cathar path to enlightenment and divine wholeness. Join Deacon Jon and Jason as they go on this journey through the Tarot with Russell. Make an Appointment Schedule a 30 minute call with Russell to explore A Map of Transcendence and how it can support you, confirm availability, or discuss upcoming enrolment dates. Book Now

Russell has presented at workshops and conferences globally since the late 80's. He is an engaging teacher and speaker earning him well deserved reviews about his presentations.  Explore samples of his work and request him for your next podcast or event. Speaking and Seminars Russell has presented at workshops and conferences globally since the late 80's. He is an engaging teacher and speaker earning him well deserved reviews about his presentations. Explore samples of his work and request him for your next podcast or event. Book Now The NTI Podcast Ep. 1: Go Beyond the Technique (2026) Watch Now Spirit Gym with Paul Chek Ep. 335: Tarot for Progressive Enlightenment (2025) Listen Now Bris. Theosophical Society: Marseille Tarot - Exploring our True Nature (2024) Watch Now The Bowen Wellness Summit (Advert) Russell's Talk: The Mindful Healer (2024) Watch Now Monique Chapman Podcast The Tarot and The Cathar Code (2021) Listen Now An extract of Russell's interview for the documentary, These Two Hands (2018) Watch Now Russell speaking at the BTFA Conference (2013) Watch Now From Osteopathy to Tarot and the Journey of the Soul (2025) Listen Now Interview with Bowen Therapy Professional Association (BTPA) (2025) Watch Now Caritas Consciousness Project: The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot (2024) Watch Now Spirit Gym with Paul Chek Episode 226: Russell Sturgess the Cathar Code (2023) Listen Now Everything Imaginable Episode 164: From Fool to Enlightenment (2021) Listen Now Exploring Sympathy vs Empathy at the BTFA Conference (2016) Watch Now Brisbane Theosophical Society- Theosis: The Purpose of Human Life (2025) Watch Now BowenBuzz with Chris Reed Episode 40: Healing Journeyman (2024) Listen Now The Healers Café Podcast: Bowen Therapy Opens the Veil Between Human and Soul (2024) Watch Now Talk Gnosis interviews Russell on Tarot & the Secret of the Cathars (2021) Watch Now End of the Road Episode 150: Russell Sturgess The Mystic Journey (2020) Listen Now Russell explains how our childhood narrative is developed (2015) Watch Now Make an Appointment Schedule a chat with Russell to request him for your podcast, or to be a guest speaker at your upcoming event. Book Now These Two Hands Documentary Russell joins several leading therapists in the industry to share the profound healing nature of Bowen Therapy, while celebrating the magnificent mind and hands behind the method, Tom Bowen. You can purchase the movie here: https://www.thesetwohands.com.au/

You've done the meditations. You've read the books. You've walked the path with sincerity. So why isn't it translating into a life of peace, love, and joy? For 30 years of my own 40-year spiritual journey, I asked the same question. What I eventually discovered changed everything, and now I share this wisdom with others. Join me for this event and discover a proven four-step guide for navigating the Dark Night of the Soul and living your spiritual awakening in everyday life. If you've glimpsed awakening but long to embody it, this is for you. FREE 3-HR EVENT LIVE VIA ZOOM HOW TO CHOOSE PEACE, LOVE, AND JOY AS A WAY OF LIFE A four-step guide for navigating the Dark Night of the Soul and living your spiritual awakening in everyday life. Next Live Event: Wednesday 20th August Time: 6pm - 9pm AEST (Brisbane Time) Book Now About the Event Have you done years of inner work — courses, meditation, books — and had real glimpses of awakening but find yourself wondering why isn't it translating into a life of peace, love, and joy? Most spiritual teachings focus on waking up. Very few offer guidance for how to live from that place — especially when the ego begins to claw its way back in. This is what mystics call The Dark Night of the Soul. Most people know its beginning: the grief, the disorientation, the desperate attempts to fix life — until nothing works and the soul begins to stir. Then comes the insight. You start to ' get it'. You see the patterns. You open your heart. You think "Now the peace will come." But days, weeks, months, sometimes even decades pass, and still... you're thrown back into the turmoil. I've been there. And after several years of stumbling through, I discovered something that changed everything. Not a quick fix, but a clear path. It begins with surrender. It deepens through service. And it leads you into what the mystics called The Treasury of Light — a state of peace, joy, and love that is no longer fleeting. The truth is: awakening was just the beginning. Insight is one thing, but embodying that truth — living it consistently — is another. The challenge? Mystical teachings can be illuminating... but hard to integrate. They stir the soul, but leave you wondering: How do I live this? And that's where I can help. What's truly unique about my work is that it's grounded in a sacred map. A map rooted in timeless wisdom that has been hidden in plain sight for centuries. This map reveals the deeper architecture of the spiritual journey and, through rich symbolism, it offers a way to walk the path through the Dark Night with greater clarity. Ready to participate? Join me. It's free! Book Now What People Say "Russell's insights and ability to help others to navigate, and successfully transcend, even if only for moments at a time, the sometimes horrendous and often difficult walk that we call being human—are profound. Melding very old philosophies with new, he has happened upon a teaching that is rare. Russell's programs are thoughtfully designed and presented brilliantly. I would recommend any of his work to anyone with a modicum of wanting to live a better life. 5 stars from me!" Dan Cosgrove - Australia Who is this Event For? 1. The spiritually awakened who are still struggling to maintain inner peace. You've had glimpses of profound spiritual truth, but day-to-day life still feels misaligned You've done the ‘inner work’, but you feel caught in a liminal space—somewhere between who you were before and awakening 2. Those experiencing the depths of spiritual crisis, often known as The Dark Night of the Soul. You’ve tried to fix your life, but nothing is working—and something deep in your core knows the shift must come from within You feel like you are at a crossroads but you lack clarity about your options, or feel stuck or unsure about how to move forward If you're longing for deeper clarity—and a step-by-step way through your Dark Night—this event is for you. Book Now What People Say "Russell is one of my favorite human beings. He has a deep wisdom coupled with a humble heart and a joyful spirit. He is a natural teacher and mentor who is generous in his sharing and delicate in his guidance. He walks his talk and lives his truth, leading by example and inspiring those around him. His wealth of experience and relationship with the divine is palpable. I have a deep admiration and respect who he is and what he does." Fiona Scull - Italy What You'll Discover 1. A 4-step framework for crossing the threshold from awakening to embodiment 2. A sacred map rooted in timeless wisdom that brings clarity to spiritual and mystical concepts — making them tangible and actionable in daily life. This map has laid dormant for centuries... until now! 3. Greater clarity and direction for: Navigating the deeper stages of the spiritual journey Knowing where to channel your focus & commitment Aligning with your true nature You don't need more information. You need orientation — a way to walk through the Dark Night. There is a map that can guide you on the journey, and I’d love to share it with you. Book Now What People Say "Working with Russell is a delightful experience. From one side, you have a deep feeling that you are talking with an old friend who deeply cares for you and, at the same time, with a top professional who is generously sharing his insights and rich experience about the mind and mysteries of the human soul. As someone who is working in the same area of activities, I'm ever more impressed with his holistic approach and style of working. Highly recommended for anyone." Mihajlo Pazanin - Croatia About Russell Russell Sturgess is a renowned speaker, thought leader, and industry expert who had been captivating audiences worldwide for more than 30 years. He has spent the greater part of the last two decades as a spiritual mentor, author, and educator, teaching others about inner peace, and how it is possible to be free from suffering as a result of becoming aware of your true nature. Drawing on a lifetime of study, practice, and direct experience, Russell’s work brings together ancient wisdom traditions, Western mysticism, and practical tools for living with conscious awareness. His teachings offer a grounded, compassionate map for navigating the soul’s journey from egoic suffering to inner peace and spiritual freedom. But Russell’s approach is not just intellectual—it’s transformational. Those who work with him often speak of the clarity, grace, and sense of deep “coming home” they experience through his guidance. With a gentle but piercing insight, Russell creates a space where participants can see through the illusions of the ego and begin to align with the essence of who they truly are. Whether you’re just beginning your journey inward or have been walking the path for some time, Russell’s teachings offer a clear and supportive framework to deepen your understanding, surrender old patterns, and embody the peace and love that lies at the heart of all spiritual traditions. Book Now

Russell specialises in a combination of Bowen Therapy (his interpretation called Fascial Kinetics), Osteopathic Massage, and Reflexology. He brings almost 50 years of healing experience to what he offers. Sessions typically go for 30 - 45 minutes. Bodywork Therapies Russell specialises in a combination of Bowen Therapy (his interpretation called Fascial Kinetics), Osteopathic Massage, and Reflexology. He brings almost 50 years of healing experience to what he offers. Sessions are $100 for adults, $80 for children, and typically take 30 - 45 minutes. Russell practices his healing in his home at the Bunya Mountains, or in Buderim on the Sunshine Coast QLD. Book Now

The Centre for Western Mindfulness exists to make the wisdom of awareness and mindfulness accessible and practical for modern life. We train and support facilitators who guide others to see the subconscious stories shaping their lives and help them reconnect with presence, clarity, and inner freedom. By combining ancient wisdom with contemporary insights, the Centre offers a grounded pathway for personal transformation and mindful service to others. PTM Facilitator Training Become a facilitator of transformation. Our Facilitator Training equips you with the knowledge, tools, and presence to support others on their journey of self-discovery while transforming your own life in the process. About the Program Who This Training Is For This training is for people who feel called to help others and want a clear, practical framework to do so. It’s perfect for those who’ve completed Pathways to Mindfulness (PTM) and feel ready to guide others, as well as anyone who’s ready to build a service-based practice rooted in awareness and presence.. What You'll Learn In this training, you’ll learn how to guide others from unconscious patterns into conscious choice. Through the CHASM process—a simple, practical five-step framework—you’ll help participants uncover their own insights and step into greater awareness, all without being invasive or trying to “fix” anything. You’ll also deepen your own present-moment awareness, discovering how the state of consciousness you bring to each session matters more than what you do. With reflective questioning, deep listening, and mindful practices, you’ll hold space for transformation in a way that feels grounded, compassionate, and empowering. By the end, you’ll feel confident supporting others on their journey of self-discovery, helping them move beyond old patterns while embodying presence, curiosity, and unconditional support every step of the way. What People Say “Being able to use my new found skills and art of authentic listening to help others, has been such a rewarding career choice. I now get to make a difference "one person at a time" by guiding others through their own self discovery. I have joy in each day and love that I now have purpose. But the greatest gift in it is seeing others lives be enriched with greater awareness resulting in clarity, wellness, happiness and freedom.” Rosie R Prerequisites Before enrolling in the PTM Facilitator Training Program, you’ll need to complete the 25-session Pathways to Mindfulness journey with a trained PTM Facilitator. Experiencing the work firsthand allows you to cultivate the awareness, insight, and presence you’ll later help others discover. This personal foundation is what enables you to guide with authenticity, clarity, and genuine understanding. Explore PTM In addition to gaining first-hand experience with the program, it is recommended that participants have, as a minimum, the following foundational skills: High school level numeracy and literacy Basic computing skills Basic application skills What People Say “PTM gifts participants the understanding of who they are intrinsically and spiritually. As a result I have found that my clients are flourishing and happier. They achieve their dreams and want to make a lasting contribution in their world. I cannot think of any other career that had me wake up every day and say 'Yes, this is exactly where I am meant to be.' ” Anna S Training Structure Delivery: Online Duration: 9 Months - 3 Years The PTM Facilitator Training is self-initiated, meaning your pace determines your completion time. Theoretical Component: 8 self-paced units with tutorial support (Units 1–8) Recommended minimum completion time: 8 weeks Maximum completion time: 12 months Practical Component: 1 case study completed under supervision (Unit 9) Minimum completion time: 27 weeks Maximum completion time: 24 months Program Format Self-Paced Learning: Work through the written content and training videos at your own pace. Activities: Complete exercises that help integrate each module. Unit Quiz: Assess your understanding as you go. Tutorial Sessions : Receive personalised support and guidance at the end of each module. Case Study and Supervision: Guide your first client through PTM under supervision. Outcome Upon successful completion of all nine units, participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion. View the Curriculum What People Say "Having personally experienced the benefits of the program, it is immensely rewarding to now be able to share it with others as a Mentor. The process allows you to be completely honest with yourself, and leaves you with knowledge and tools that you can use to live your life the way you want with clarity, happiness, wellness and freedom. It is truely an honour to help others experience the benefits of awareness." John W 2026 Fees & Payment Plans 1 Upfront $2290.00 Save $200 10 Monthly $249.00 Total $2490 50 Weekly $49 .80 Total $2490 Included in the Price Lifetime access to the online training program 8 one-on-one tutorials (90 minutes each) Receive a hard copy of the Mentor Training Workbook Receive a hard copy of each Client Workbook On completion of all units, earn a certificate granting use of the following intellectual properties: PTM Exploring Awareness PTM C.H.A.S.M PTM Short Course Benefit from ongoing training and support Connect with a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to fostering global inner peace and healing, one person at a time Not Included in the Price Workbooks for your Case Study (unit 9) Supervision sessions (unit 9) Facilitators-in-training are encouraged to charge their case study participant to cover the costs of Unit 9 — the practical component of the training (valued at $990). Experience shows that case studies who invest financially are more engaged and committed to the process. If you choose not to charge your case study, you will be responsible for covering the cost of this final module. Your Journey as a Facilitator Begins Here Step 1 Participate in PTM Experience the very framework you will later use with clients, and witness firsthand the transformative power of awareness and mindfulness. Explore PTM Step 2 Submit an Application After completing Pathways to Mindfulness, submit your application. We’ll review it and contact you to confirm your acceptance. Apply Now Step 3 Register and Pay On acceptance, register for your preferred payment plan. From registration you have 12 months to complete the first 8 units of the program. See Plans Read our Facilitator Training Terms & Conditions >

Payment plans for Russell Sturgess' The Mindful Healer One-on-one Mentoring Program. Select from weekly, monthly, or upfront payment options. The Mindful Healer One-on-one Mentoring Payment Plans Duration: 8 Sessions | Start: Anytime if Available Once there are plans available for purchase, you’ll see them here. No plans available Weekly Monthly Upfront Most Popular What's Included: - minimum of 8 mentoring sessions with Russell (up to 60 mins each) - Printed workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session - Mindfulness journal to support you after the program ends Select a Plan that Works for You: Before registering for a plan, please confirm availability and session times with Russell. Book a chat now. What People Say " I would highly recommend Russell if you are looking for a mentor that will help you make sense of your reality and life so far, and guide you to create the peace and love you truly wish to bring into your life. Thanks Russell, I am truly grateful for this opportunity to work with you over the past 12 months, it has made an incredible difference." Trish Rock

With over 50 years of expertise as a health professional, and more than 40 years as a respected spiritual mentor and educator, Russell has been captivating audiences world wide for decades with his knowledge on what it means to be a Mindful Healer. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from a true expert in the field and embark on a transformative journey towards becoming a more mindful and compassionate health professional. The Mindful Healer Trained in Osteopathic Massage at the age of 15, and studying natural therapies through the late 70's, Russell now reveals what he learnt about becoming a 'Mindful Healer'. In essence, healing is listening! It's being the observer, while maintaining an intention to love. Healing then comes through you and not from you. Let Russell help you become a mindful healer. About the Program Russell deeply understands the mental, physical, and emotional challenges faced by healers and health professionals. Drawing on decades of experience, he knows firsthand how the demands of caring for others can take a toll on your own well-being — and how vital it is to restore balance. The Mindful Healer is an eight-session (minimum) transformative program designed to help you become aware of the thought patterns and behaviours that may be compromising your personal health and professional growth. Throughout this program you’ll learn how to: Recognise the thought patterns and behaviours that drain your energy Understand your stress triggers and shift them into opportunities for growth Reconnect with clarity, compassion, and a renewed sense of purpose Through reflective exercises, inspiring discussions, and practical mindfulness tools, you’ll learn how to heal the healer — replenishing your own well-being so you can continue to serve others with strength and presence. Whether you’re a nurse, doctor, therapist, naturopath, or any other kind of health professional, The Mindful Healer will empower you to bring more presence, strength, and consciousness into both your work and your life. Sessions are typically 60 minutes and include a high-quality workbook. Participants in group workshops will also receive one one-on-one session with Russell, with booking details provided at the conclusion of the event. Register for the Program One-on-one $1350.00 AUD Book a time to discuss availability and payment options. Book Now Private Group $750 AUD pp Do you have a group of 4 - 12 people? Contact Russell to book your group. Book Now Public Group Events Explore Russell's events page for upcoming online group workshops. None Available What People Say "I would strongly recommend this course as it is an absolute eye opener. We learnt things about ourselves that had been hidden all our lives. It has given us the tools to become better and happier practitioners, who can better relate to our clients and therefor are able to give better service." Adriana B - Group Participant Go Beyond the Technique In Episode 1 of The NTI (Natural Therapy Institute) Podcast, Sean Dobra sits down with Russell Sturgess for a wide-ranging conversation about healing, consciousness, spirituality and what can happen when a practitioner learns to go beyond technique.

Explore all of Russell's upcoming events, or join the waitlist to find out when new events are released. Upcoming Events Understanding Consciousness FREE One-on-one Online Meeting LIMITED: Only 5 Spaces Available Each Week During this one-on-one session, we will explore how your current state of consciousness is shaping the reality you are experiencing. You’ll gain clarity around how the programming of your mind influences the way you perceive, respond, and relate to other people and the world around you the way you do, and why certain patterns or challenges keep resurfacing. Together, we’ll begin to uncover what it takes to interrupt these patterns, so a different way of experiencing life becomes possible. This is a starting point for anyone who genuinely wants to understand themselves more deeply, and begin creating a life that feels more aligned, conscious, and supportive. Free Go to The Zig Zag of Effulgence Date: Sat 21st Mar 2026 3.30pm (AWST) Location: WA Tarot Conference: Fremantle (SOLD OUT) In this presentation, Russell explores the overlooked zigzag symbol beside the Empress in the Marseille Tarot, often called the “zigzag of effulgence” — a sign linked to radiance, sovereignty, and the Supreme. Drawing on medieval symbolism and Renaissance insight, he reveals how this small but powerful detail opens a deeper understanding of the Empress and her spiritual significance. From there, the focus turns to the Fool as a symbol of every human life, and the degree to which a mother, as embodied by the Empress, recognises a child’s (the fools) inherent radiance can either cloud or clarify that awareness. Through the relationship between the Empress, the Popess, and the Emperor, this talk explores how our earliest formation influences whether we grow up remembering our divine nature, or gradually learning to forget it. This Event Has Sold Out Go to Wisdom: The Inner Knowing Date: Sat 28th March 10am - 4pm | Location: Brisbane Theosophical Society Address: 355 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill QLD 4000 (SOLD OUT) For centuries, a map illuminating spiritual transcendence has remained hidden—until now. I invite you to join me for this event, where I will reveal the map that illustrates the journey of transforming suffering into fulfilment, joy and wonder. This map is inspired by the teachings of Christian mystics who were silenced by the close of the 14th century. Note: This workshop was deferred from 2025. If you previously registered, please note that you will need to register again. $20.00 + a vegetarian dish to share for lunch THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT Go to A Map for Transcendence Group Program Expression of Interest: Dates to be Announced In the early 15th century, twenty-two sacred images were transposed from ancient manuscripts into a form inspired by playing cards, preserving their wisdom during a time of great persecution. Rich in symbolism, these images, described by Russell as “pocket-sized stained glass windows”, reveal a profound pathway from human suffering to soul awakening. For centuries, their true meaning remained hidden in plain sight… until Russell uncovered their deeper significance in 2007. Since then, he has devoted his life to sharing this long-lost map, guiding those who are ready to move beyond struggle and into a more conscious, connected way of living. This program is not just about understanding the map, it’s about learning how to live it. Join Russell for these 16 sessions, as he gently unfolds these sacred teachings, and supports you to integrate them into your own life — revealing a path back to your true essence, and the peace, fulfilment, and quiet joy that follow. From $890.00 Expression of Interest Only - More Information Coming Soon Go to Can't find a suitable event? Subscribe to receive updates directly to your inbox What People Say "Your presentation was fantastic. I'm still absorbing it all. Your passion, knowledge, research and dedication is inspiring! (T.S) "I saw Russell at Tarosophy Conference in Keswick (UK) last year, it was an outstanding presentation. (M.D) I HAD to buy his book as the presentation was mind blowing. (M.O) Russell brought down the house! (K.K)

Payment plans for Russell Sturgess' Pathways to Mindfulness One-on-one Mentoring Program. Select from weekly, monthly, or upfront payment options. Pathways to Mindfulness One-on-one Mentoring with Russell Payment Plans Duration: 25 Sessions | Start: Anytime if Available What's Included: - 25 one-on-one mentoring sessions with Russell (up to 60 mins each) - Lifetime access to the private online community and monthly meetings - Printed workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session - Mindfulness journal to support you after the program ends Your Next Steps: Step 1: Participate in the first two sessions for free. Book session 1 now. Step 2: Confirm Russell's availability and session times. Schedule a chat. Step 3: Select a payment plan that works for you : Once there are plans available for purchase, you’ll see them here. No plans available Weekly Monthly Upfront Most Popular What People Say I am eternally grateful for the mentoring I have received from Russell. I have a much better understanding of why I reacted to the things I do. Russell has given me the tools to consistently respond from a place of love. Love for myself, love for others and love for the planet. If peace is your highest priority—Russell will help light your path to that peace. Committing to his teachings has been one of the best investments I have made towards self realisation. I highly recommend his full mindfulness course from The Centre for Western Mindfulness as well as his in depth Numerology reading. Make the commitment with Russell, you will not be disappointed. Craig Mohr

Payment plans for Russell Sturgess' A Map for Transcendence Online Group Program. Select from weekly, monthly, or upfront payment options. A Map for Transcendence Online Group Program Payment Plans Start: Wed 3rd Sep 2025 (7pm AEST) | Availability: Limited to 20 People MFT Online Group Weekly $19.80 $ 19.80 50 Weekly Installments Total $990 AUD Select MFT Online Group Monthly $82.50 $ 82.50 12 Monthly Installments Total $990 AUD Select MFT Online Group Upfront $890 $ 890 Single Upfront Payment Save $100 Select Weekly Monthly Upfront Best Value What's Included: - 16 online group sessions (90 mins each) - Intimate size group for more personalised support (20 ppl per group) - 12 months access to recordings - Lifetime access to the exclusive online community and monthly meetings - Digital workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session This program will commence Wednesday 3rd Sep at 7.00pm AEST and will run consecutively for 16 weeks at the same time each week. Select a Plan that Works for You: When you register for a plan below, you’ll gain access to the online group program. Back to course options > What People Say "This course changed the way I navigate my life. Russell's program came at a time when I felt lost, and it gave me a clear, compassionate path forward. The teachings are simple yet profound, and the small group experience added so much insight and connection. It's more than a course—it's a lifelong tool I can return to again and again. If everyone had access to this, I truly believe the world would be a better place. Grateful to Russell for creating something so powerful and practical." Liz Boyd