What’s it like to be you?
Meditation in a Conversation
A mindfulness experience in Barcelona exploring presence, connection and how we relate with others.
An intimate mindfulness group in Barcelona, meeting in an atmospheric, cosy tearoom and wellness centre.
Relational Mindfulness
What this Practice is…
Meditation in a Conversation is a guided relational mindfulness practice.
Instead of meditating alone in silence, we practice staying present while relating with others — noticing sensations, emotions, thoughts, impulses, and patterns as they arise in real time, in relationship.
Conversation is used as a simple structure to support this exploration.
The focus is not on discussion, debate, or self-improvement, but on direct experience — what is happening in you, and between you, moment by moment.
The practice is slow, facilitated, and grounded in mindfulness principles such as presence, curiosity, non-judgment and compassion.
The practice is inspired by Circling / Transformational Connection and adapted into a gentle, accessible format for people new to relational practices — offering a simple way to explore what it’s like to be here, now, together.
No previous meditation or relational practice experience is required.
Benefits
Why Practice This Way?
Many of us meditate or practice mindfulness alone, yet we notice that presence often fades in everyday interactions.
- Life is relational: our attention, energy, and emotions are shaped by how we relate to others.
- Traditional meditation alone doesn’t always teach us how to stay present in the middle of conversation or connection.
- This practice allows you to bring mindful awareness into real-time relationships, noticing yourself and others without judgment.
- Over time, you may find greater ease, clarity, and authenticity in your interactions, both here and in daily life.
It’s not about fixing anything or performing — it’s about exploring what it feels like to be fully present with yourself and others.
How?
What a Session Looks Like
We move slowly, creating a calm and intentional space where conversation becomes the vehicle for mindful presence.
Each session is in-person in Barcelona, guided, and lightly facilitated.
It’s structured enough to feel safe, yet organic enough to allow real exploration.
This often looks like:
- Speaking from immediate experience
- Listening without fixing or advising
- Noticing your body as you relate
- Allowing silence when it arises
- Letting conversation slow down
We typically include:
- A short arrival and grounding meditation
- A simple principle to guide the practice
- Paired and whole-group conversations
- Time to integrate and reflect
There’s no need to perform, explain, or analyse. The invitation is simply to experience what’s happening — within yourself, and in relationship with others — moment by moment.
Many participants leave feeling more present, connected, and at ease being themselves with others.
Who?
Who This Practice Is For & Not For
This practice is for people who are:
- Curious about exploring awareness in relationship
- Open to noticing themselves in real time
- Willing to slow down and engage with presence
- Looking to deepen connection with self and others
It’s is not for people who are:
- Seeking therapy or personal advice
- Interested in debating, teaching, or convincing others
- Expecting a structured instruction or workshop on meditation
The practice is about being with your experience, cultivating awareness and compassion toward yourself and others, rather than trying to change anything. others.
Practical Details
Location: Cosy tearoom and wellness space in Barcelona (exact address shared on registration)
Consumption: Since we are hosted in a tearoom, you’ll need to order at least a drink.
Duration: Approximately 90–120 minutes per session
Group Size: Small, intimate groups (max 8–10 participants)
Language: English
Price: By voluntary donation
Frequency: Weekly
What is relational mindfulness?
Relational mindfulness is the practice of bringing mindful awareness into our interactions with other people. Instead of practising only on your own, you explore what happens in your body, emotions, thoughts and attention while you are actually relating to someone.
Meditation in a Conversation offers a simple, guided way to explore this — noticing what is happening within you and between you, moment by moment.
How is this different from meditation?
In traditional meditation, we often practise bringing our attention to our experience while sitting quietly on our own. Here, conversation becomes part of the practice.
We explore what it’s like to be ourselves, noticing what happens in our inner experience while listening, speaking and being with another person. In this way, mindfulness becomes something we explore together rather than something we do alone.
Who is this practice for?
It’s for people who are curious about what happens when we bring more awareness into our relationships. You might already practise meditation, or you might be completely new to mindfulness.
It’s particularly suited to people who are curious about connection and presence, and want to experience a different way of being with others.
Is this suitable if I’m new to relational mindfulness or Circling?
Yes. The practice is designed to be accessible to people who are completely new to relational mindfulness, Circling and similar practices. You don’t need to know any particular method or terminology. Everything you need to participate is introduced during the session.
How is this different from a normal conversation?
The difference is the quality of attention we bring to the conversation and our inner experience. Rather than trying to get somewhere — solving a problem, giving advice, telling a story or making an impression — we slow down and notice what is actually happening as we relate.
You might notice a sensation in your body, an emotion, an impulse to speak or hold back, or a shift in how you feel with the other person. These become part of the practice.
What happens in a typical session?
I begin by explaining a little bit about the practice and some of the principles.
We then start with a short grounding meditation before introducing a simple principle for the session.
After that, we explore the practice through paired and later group conversations, with invitations to notice your immediate experience as you listen and speak.
There is also time for reflection and integration. The structure provides a container for the practice while leaving enough space for something real and perhaps unexpected to emerge.
Do I have to share personal or emotional things?
No. You’re always free to choose what you share. The practice isn’t about revealing personal information or telling your deepest stories.
You can simply speak about what you’re noticing in the moment, including something as simple as “I don’t know what to say right now.” There is no expectation to be vulnerable in a particular way or to disclose anything you’re not comfortable sharing.
What if I feel awkward, nervous or self-conscious?
That’s completely welcome. In fact, noticing awkwardness, nervousness or self-consciousness can itself become part of the practice.
You don’t need to get rid of these feelings or appear relaxed and confident. We simply become curious about what is happening, rather than judging ourselves for it.
Do I have to share personal or emotional things?
While the practice invites intimacy with yourself and others, you only need to share what you feel comfortable with.
What if I don’t know what to say?
That’s perfectly fine. You don’t need to have something interesting or profound to say. Silence, uncertainty, and simply noticing what’s happening are all part of the practice. Sometimes “I don’t know what to say” is actually a perfectly honest place to begin.
Is this therapy, coaching or a group sharing?
No, while it can still be deeply transformative, this is a practice space, not therapy, coaching, or group processing.
There may be moments of insight or connection, but we’re not trying to diagnose, fix or improve anyone. The invitation is to become more aware of what is already happening — within yourself and in relationship with others.
Do you need previous meditation or mindfulness experience?
No previous meditation or mindfulness experience is required. Everything is gently introduced and facilitated, so you can simply come with curiosity.
What language is the session in?
Because of the need for a common language amongst all participants, sessions are conducted in English.
About Me
Transformational Coach & Mindfulness Guide
Sunil
I have over 25 years of meditation experience and spent five years living and facilitating at a retreat centre on a tiny Scottish island, a pioneer of mindfulness in the UK.
I use mindfulness as a powerful tool to help people listen deeply to themselves, cultivating awareness, creativity and meaning in everyday life. My approach is grounded, relational, and focused on exploring presence and connection in real time.
I’m also a Transformational and Career Change Coach, supporting people through periods of change and helping them discover meaningful work that expresses who they are and what they have to contribute. You can find out more about my coaching work at Free Your Flow.
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