The Compassion Revolution Hub
Advocating for Personal & Global Compassion
See Our Specialised Evidence-based Self-Compassion Courses and come join us!
You can take the first steps towards building your own inner strengths with very little commitment such as our monthly drop in meditation evening which is open to Everyone, or check out our 8 week courses, residential and non-residential retreats or workshops.
Ashe House has changed and developed over the years from initially offering mindfulness courses to more emphasis nowadays on compassion-based courses.
The cultivation of the qualities of tender and fierce self-compassion is being called for within ourselves and outwardly in our ever-changing world which is in flux at present.
Ashe House is surrounded by nature. It is a wonderful place to appreciate the miracles that may go unnoticed by us in our own surroundings.
MJ McG
Ashe House, Centre for MindBody Integration, is rooted in history, healing, and heartfelt dedication. Nestled in the peaceful countryside of North County Dublin, the house has stood for more than a century, evolving from former accommodation for school principals and their families to the present day where there is a continued involvement in adult education and personal growth.
The house itself was built in 1908 with the first occupant being Thomas Ashe, the school’s first principal. Ashe was a prominent leader in the 1916 Rising, a committed activist, an educator, and advocate for those in need. During a visit by Thomas’ family for the 2016 commemorations, a family anecdotal story was shared (one that isn’t available in the history books!) that Thomas loved his garden and used it for quiet reflection and meditation during his 8 years of occupancy.
It is truly wonderful to think that the spiritual awareness and commitment to meditation that Thomas began on this land continues at Ashe House 117 years on! Over the years, the house has been both a home and a place of growth and learning since 1987.
Ashe House is a wonderful inviting place – I loved the mature trees and lovely flowers in the garden. I felt a lot of thought was put into decorating the outdoor space and this added to the whole learning experience.
I cannot say if it is visiting Ireland, the Irish friends I have made, or the training at Ashe House that has had such a profound effect upon my life and the work I do. Perhaps it is the whole experience. Ashe House, which cannot be separated from Anne’s gracious presence, is open, warm, friendly, safe and accepting. A place where I have been able to grow and become fully who I can be. I shall always be grateful for the experience I have had there.
On each occasion at Ashe House I found the grounds, gardens and building very conducive to healing work. The space and atmosphere is of a very high quality that encourages a calm and nourishing space. I really enjoyed my time at the centre.
Anne is a gifted teacher who combines wisdom and empathy with down to earth practicality. The mindfulness and self compassion course has made a huge difference to my life and to my work as a psychotherapist.
Ashe House is surrounded by nature. It is a wonderful place to appreciate the miracles that may go unnoticed by us in our own surroundings.
Ashe House has been named after its first resident, Thomas Ashe, who resided here while serving as principal in Corduff National School from 1908-1916. He was an inspirational and talented teacher, poet, musician, artist, social idealist, human rights activist, sportsman, Gaelic League activist, member of the Irish Republican Brotherhood and Commandant of the Volunteers of Dublin Brigade Fifth Battalion (Fingal Battalion).
Ashe House, as a Centre for MindBody Integration, continues to emulate and foster his ethos of education, encouraging personal, professional, and wider community growth, social awareness and development through equality for all, embracing diversity and sustainability while helping those who take part in the Ashe House programmes to achieve their full potential.
