THE BELONGING RESET — A Free 6-Week Wellbeing & Identity Programme
Apply for a funded place on a 6-week guided wellbeing programme delivered via The Belonging Dojo app with personalised check ins from Kerry Tidman (founder and program creator). Summer cohort starts Monday 27th July. 20 places available
About the programme and approach
What is ACT?
The Belonging Reset is based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a practical and compassionate approach to wellbeing.
Rather than trying to get rid of difficult thoughts or emotions, ACT helps us develop a healthier relationship with them. It teaches us how to make space for our experiences, reconnect with what matters most, and take meaningful steps forward, even when life feels challenging.
How is ACT different from CBT?
While CBT often focuses on challenging and changing thoughts, ACT focuses on changing our relationship with them.
Instead of asking, "Is this thought true?", ACT asks, "Is this thought helping me live the life I want to live?"
This can feel gentler and more empowering, particularly for people experiencing stress, burnout, identity loss or overwhelm.
A Trauma-Informed Approach
At The Belonging Dojo, we understand that many people have experienced difficult life events, workplace challenges, discrimination, burnout or periods of simply surviving.
ACT is a trauma-informed approach because it encourages self-compassion, choice and psychological safety. It does not ask you to relive your experiences. Instead, it helps you build awareness, resilience and a stronger connection with yourself in the present moment.
The Belonging Dojo Philosophy
Our work combines ACT with the principles of belonging, mindfulness, Eastern wisdom and Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold.
Kintsugi teaches us that our struggles do not make us broken. They are part of our story.
The Belonging Reset is designed to help you reconnect with your strengths, rediscover what matters to you, and remember that even after difficult experiences, there is still gold within the cracks.
Contact Information
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About You
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Experiencing burnout
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Why would you like to join The Belonging Reset?
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Wellbeing Reflection
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Programme Commitment
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Programme understanding
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I understand the programme is educational and wellbeing focused
I understand the programme is not therapy, counselling, crisis support, or a replacement for medical care
Commitment to participate
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I agree to engage with the programme as fully as I am able during the six weeks
Support & Safety
Which of the following support services are you currently receiving?
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Prefer Not to Say
Would you like information about additional wellbeing or support services if needed?
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Consent
Consent to secure storage of my information for programme administration
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Consent to receive emails and programme updates about The Belonging Reset
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I understand that anonymised feedback and outcome data may be used for funding reports and impact measurement
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