Mental Health in Motion

– Iology Hub connects mental health wellness and fitness in National Park

To gain a full understanding of mental health, one must first recognise it as the foundation of a person’s overall well-being.
It shapes how individuals think, feel, and act, influencing their emotional, psychological, and social balance.
In totality, mental health is the product of caring for your mind and emotions.
Mental health affects how people handle stress, connect with others, and make decisions daily. When persons take care of their mind and emotions, individuals nurture their ability to cope, grow, and thrive, both as members of society and as individuals.

Keeping the importance of mental health in mind, Iology Total Wellbeing Hub took to the open sky on the lawns of the National Park, with the picturesque backdrop of trees and the manatee pond, to proudly host its 4th Annual “Mental Health in the Park” event themed “From Crisis to Growth – Psychological Contributions to Building National Resilience.”
This initiative is led by Iology Total Wellbeing Hub, supported by The Iology Shop, a wellness-inspired space providing foods and products to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Alongside a team of passionate volunteers and facilitators from Armadillo Earth Farm and Hamsa Wellness Coaching, the event offered an afternoon of connection, reflection, and personal growth.
Participants travelled from Regions Three, Four, Five, and Six to be part of this transformative experience. The afternoon began with a grounding exercise, setting the tone for inner stillness and mindful awareness.
At the event, Alicia Budhram – a versatile psychologist, certified life coach, and HLC practitioner with extensive training through Isha Yoga Kriya, Chopra Wellbeing, Mindvalley, and Robbins programmes – led a discussion on emotional balance. She guided participants through tools to manage feelings such as anger and sadness, while fostering mindfulness and self-awareness.
Meanwhile, Diane Sinclair, certified fitness trainer and nutrition consultant, led an energising yoga session. Drawing on her lifelong study of yoga, Diane inspired the group with simple body movements and breathing exercises designed to strengthen the mind-body connection and promote inner harmony.
Adding to the afternoon’s serenity, Yohani Singh, a certified Chopra coach, biologist, and public health professional, led a deeply grounding meditation session. She spoke on the benefits of meditation, blending science, mindfulness, and compassion to help participants reconnect with their true selves.
The event concluded with dance, laughter, and wholesome treats, leaving hearts light, minds calm, and spirits lifted.
Iology Total Wellbeing Hub continues to provide counselling, coaching, and guidance, empowering individuals to achieve self-sufficiency and intentionally create the lives they desire.
Together with The Iology Shop, the hub is building a culture of total wellbeing, one that embraces balance, awareness, and community, while reaching across Guyana to transform lives and foster a more fulfilled, harmonious nation.