8-week stress management course

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Description

Balance Journey

Learn to truly let go

An 8-week stress management course built on established, well-researched methods. For people who want calm that lasts longer than one evening.

8 weeks In person, live For beginners Small groups

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Calm forest in morning light
Small group during a relaxation session
Reclining position used in autogenic training

Stress doesn’t go away with one breathing exercise

The internet is full of advice: try box breathing, keep a gratitude journal, take an ice bath. Every account promises a quick fix.

The problem is that chronic stress doesn’t respond to one-off tricks. Your nervous system has been running in overload mode for weeks, months, sometimes years. One exercise won’t undo what has been building up that long.

Real change begins when you give your body and mind time to rebuild. Not one evening. It takes weeks of regular, consistent practice.

That is why this course lasts eight weeks. Your brain and nervous system need time to start responding differently.

What you can gain by joining the course

Better sleep

An easier time falling asleep, calmer nights, mornings that feel genuinely rested. Regular relaxation helps regulate your circadian rhythm and quiet the mind before bed.

Less tension in your body

Relaxed shoulders, neck and jaw. Your body can learn to recognise tension and release it before it turns into headaches or back pain.

A calmer mind

You can start observing your thoughts instead of being swept away by them, and find it easier to create distance.

A breath that steadies you

A tool you reach for in difficult moments: in traffic, before a meeting, at night. A few breaths can shift your body’s state within minutes.

More energy through the day

Stress drains energy. When your body steps out of constant tension mode, space opens up for living rather than only surviving.

Better focus

A brain that isn’t busy putting out fires can concentrate better on what matters. Mindfulness trains exactly this.

Better relationships

When you are calmer, you respond differently to the people close to you. More patience, more presence. They will notice.

Resilience for future stress

This isn’t a one-off fix. You build habits and skills that stay with you for years. Next time a difficult moment comes, you will have the tools.

Not one method. A system that works

Instead of relying on a single technique, you explore several proven, complementary methods. This way you can find what truly works for you, your body and your lifestyle.

Every method in this course is grounded in research and used in clinics, health centres and prevention programmes worldwide.

Breathing techniques

Conscious breathwork that can lower tension in the body within minutes.

Autogenic training (Schultz)

Deep relaxation through autogenic formulas, in use for over ninety years.

Progressive muscle relaxation

The Jacobson method: tensing and releasing muscles to let go of stored tension.

Mindfulness

Present-moment awareness training that quiets recurring thoughts.

Positive psychology

Tools that strengthen psychological resources and resilience to stress.

Vagus nerve work

Activating the parasympathetic nervous system, your body’s natural brake on stress.

Anti-stress movement

Simple forms of movement that help discharge tension from the body.

Your toolkit for life

After the course you take home tools you can keep using on your own.

8 weeks that can change your body and mind

Each session includes a short theoretical introduction, so that it is clear why the method works, followed by hands-on practice we do together.

Week 1

Stress: what it does to us, and what helps

What stress is and how it affects your body and mind. Introduction to breathing techniques you can use right away.

Week 2

Mindfulness in everyday life

Mindfulness for people under pressure. Presence practices that don’t require sitting in silence for hours.

Week 3

The body tenses, the body releases

Introduction to Jacobson’s progressive muscle relaxation. You learn to recognise tension and consciously release it.

Week 4

Autogenic training (Schultz)

Introduction to deep relaxation through autogenic formulas. An established method that teaches your body to shift into recovery mode.

Week 5

The vagus nerve: your internal brake

How to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Exercises that stimulate the vagus nerve and restore balance.

Week 6

The power of positive psychology

Tools for building psychological resilience. Working with your resources, values and well-being.

Week 7

Movement that reduces stress

Simple forms of movement that support stress reduction, and how to fit them into your day.

Week 8

Your personal plan

Course wrap-up. Building a personal relaxation routine you take with you for life.

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No experience needed to get started.

You don’t have to be „in crisis” to start looking after yourself

  • You feel chronic tension in your body: in your neck, jaw or shoulders
  • You have trouble falling asleep, or wake at night with a head full of thoughts
  • You live in constant rush and can’t remember the last time you truly stopped
  • You have tried various methods from the internet, but none gave lasting results
  • You want to learn to manage stress before it becomes something more serious
  • You have never tried relaxation techniques and want to start from scratch, with a guide
  • You simply want to feel better in your own body

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What sets us apart

Well-researched methods

Every technique in this course is grounded in research. No trends, no empty promises.

Certified trainer

The course is led by a certified relaxation and stress management trainer, with a doctorate in the sciences and a psychology degree in progress.

Empathy, not discipline

No one here will judge or rush you. Every participant is in a different place, and every pace is the right pace.

Your well-being is the priority

The course is designed to give you a safe space. Small groups, an intimate atmosphere, an individual approach.

Experience across two markets

We combine German health prevention standards with sensitivity to local realities. The course is available in Polish, German and English.

Practice, not theory

Every session is primarily hands-on. The theory is there so you understand what is happening in your body, not to fill time.

Dr. Magdalena Czuban

Dr Magdalena Czuban, relaxation and stress management trainer

Certified stress management trainer, Schultz autogenic training instructor and Jacobson progressive muscle relaxation trainer. Breathing coach. PhD in the sciences (FU Berlin / Charité Medical University Berlin). Psychology student. Founder of Balance Journey.

Conducts research on the effects of Schultz autogenic training on the well-being of carers of chronically ill children.

Course details

Duration
8 weeks
One session per week (50 minutes)
Format
In person, live
Group sessions with the trainer
Level
For beginners
No prior experience needed
Session structure
Theory and practice
Short introduction, followed by hands-on exercises
Wednesday group · 17:30
Time
Wednesdays, 17:30–18:20
Dates
  • Week 1 26 August 2026
  • Week 2 2 September 2026
  • Week 3 9 September 2026
  • Week 4 16 September 2026
  • Week 5 23 September 2026
  • Week 6 30 September 2026
  • Week 7 7 October 2026
  • Week 8 14 October 2026
Location
Heilpraktiker Praxis
Schliemannstrasse 41
10437 Berlin
Thursday group · 18:30
Time
Thursdays, 18:30–19:20
Dates
  • Week 1 27 August 2026
  • Week 2 3 September 2026
  • Week 3 10 September 2026
  • Week 4 17 September 2026
  • Week 5 24 September 2026
  • Week 6 1 October 2026
  • Week 7 8 October 2026
  • Week 8 15 October 2026
Location
Born Yin Yoga and Wellness Studio
Gustav-Adolf-Strasse 15
13086 Berlin
Thursday group · 19:30
Time
Thursdays, 19:30–20:20
Dates
  • Week 1 27 August 2026
  • Week 2 3 September 2026
  • Week 3 10 September 2026
  • Week 4 17 September 2026
  • Week 5 24 September 2026
  • Week 6 1 October 2026
  • Week 7 8 October 2026
  • Week 8 15 October 2026
Location
Born Yin Yoga and Wellness Studio
Gustav-Adolf-Strasse 15
13086 Berlin

Frequently asked questions

I have no experience with relaxation. Can I do this?
Yes. This course is built from the ground up for people who have never tried relaxation techniques. I guide you step by step through every exercise.
How much time do I need each week?
We meet once a week. I also encourage practising at home, but even a few minutes a day makes a difference. You set your own pace.
What if I can’t attend one week?
Courses run on Wednesdays and Thursdays, so if you can’t join your group one week, you can attend the session with another group. That way you never miss a week.
Is this therapy?
No. This is a preventive, educational course. You learn techniques that support stress reduction and improved well-being. If you need psychological or psychiatric support, I encourage you to reach out to a specialist.

Give yourself these eight weeks

One step is all it takes to begin. We’ll walk the rest together.

Questions? Email info@balance-journey.com

Additional information

Time & Location

Thursdays 18:30-19:20, Born Yin Yoga & Wellness Studio, Gustav-Adolf-Str. 15 Berlin 13086, 8 weeks, start 27.08.26, Thursdays 19:30-20:20, Born Yin Yoga & Wellness Studio, Gustav-Adolf-Str. 15 Berlin 13086, 8 weeks, start 27.08.26, Wednesdays 17:30-18:20, Heilpraktier Praxis, Schliemannstr. 41, 10437 Berlin, 8 weeks, start 26.08.26

2 reviews for 8-week stress management course

  1. Karolina Gerlich

    I took part in a workshop on relaxation techniques led by Magdalena. She created a warm and welcoming atmosphere that encouraged participants to reflect on their well-being and stress levels. She introduced a variety of practical relaxation techniques, and I’m sure everyone can find something that works for them. I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone looking to reduce stress and improve their overall wellbeing

  2. Eza Parvana

    I’m extremely happy with this course. The instructor explains and demonstrates relaxation techniques in a clear, engaging, and supportive way. She provides practical tools that make it much easier to cope with everyday challenges and organize my thoughts.

    She is also incredibly kind and creates a warm, welcoming, and relaxed atmosphere, which I truly appreciate as someone with social anxiety. I’m a very stressed person in my daily life, and it has always been difficult for me to find classes that genuinely help, but this course really clicked for me.

    One of the biggest strengths of the course is the instructor’s calm, warm voice. It has such a soothing and comforting effect that it makes the sessions even more relaxing.

    I wholeheartedly recommend it!

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