Back to Balance with BioPartner

Back to Balance – For People and Organizations

In a world where work pace, stimuli, and expectations continue to rise, something essential often fades into the background: mental balance. Yet, this very balance is the foundation for sustainable employability, creativity, and healthy performance in the workplace.

At Mind Retreat Company, we believe that mindfulness is not a luxury, but a practical skill that anyone can learn and apply—especially during work. When people learn to slow down, regulate their attention, and manage stress more effectively, space is created. Space for clear choices, better collaboration, and greater job satisfaction.

In collaboration with BioPartner Leiden, we are offering two free mindfulness sessions for employers and employees who want to experience what mindfulness can achieve in the workplace.

Why Mindfulness at Work?

Scientific research shows that mindfulness:

• Reduces stress and mental overload
• Improves concentration and focus
• Increases emotional resilience
• Helps prevent absenteeism and burnout symptoms
• Supports creativity and problem-solving skills

When more people at work learn to pause consciously, a healthier work culture emerges. Less reactive, more present. Less “autopilot,” more clarity and control.

Mindfulness works not only individually but collectively. Teams communicate better, leaders make more conscious decisions, and work becomes something that provides energy instead of just consuming it.

Back to Balance – Free Mindfulness Sessions

During Back to Balance Week, we invite you to experience this for yourself. In these practical sessions, you will be introduced to mindfulness and stress reduction in an accessible way. No “fluff”—just directly applicable techniques that you can use at work the very same day.

Taking care of your mental wellbeing isn’t a luxury – it’s the foundation for creativity, focus, and long-term performance.

Who is this for?

• Employers looking to invest in sustainable employability.
• Employees wanting to better manage work pressure and stress.
• Teams and professionals curious about mindfulness in the workplace.

No prior experience with mindfulness is required.

Practical Information

Location: Leiden Bio Science Park (LBSP) BioPartner 1 & BioPartner 5
Sessions (Free, limited spots):

• Tuesday, January 13, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM BioPartner 1 – Leiden Bio Science Park Register here
• Thursday, January 15, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM BioPartner 5 – Leiden Bio Science Park Register here

Exact times and details can be found via the registration links.

Please note: Spots are limited; registration is mandatory. Employees of BioPartner tenants will be given priority in the event of oversubscription. If availability allowed, we recommend registering for both dates so that you not only get to know mindfulness but also experience the benefits of repetition and integration.

An Invitation

Take a moment… Breathe… and restore your balance. Perhaps this is not just a gift to yourself, but a small step toward a healthier way of working—for everyone.