next online event:
february 10, 2026 (5pm pacific time)/february 11, 2026 (10am japan time). join us for free.
Calm Corner: Mindful Networking & Self-Care Tips during Job Transitions
A mindful approach to navigating job transitions because they can be rough. Learn a few practical tips to keep you calm, connected, and clear during transitions. Presented by Alisa Seeda, OTD, Coach, Occupational Therapist and Founder of Calm Corner, helping you feel more calm, connected and clear during life transitions. Tentative agenda: -Dealing with unemployment / job transitions -Mindful networking, incorporating your values and strengths, and tips to make it fun -Self-care tips to navigate job transitions ft. 5M mindfulness tool and more -Guided meditation to help you feel more grounded
Register for webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/85jPJbutSFyMUvv51GA_UA
Next in-person event in Okinawa, Japan: February 21, 2026 (tentative)
Interested in having me facilitate a workshop? Fill out form here
Past Events
Join us for a special Ikigai workshop, led by Christal Burnette, “True Ikigai” expert and Alisa Seeda, life coach and occupational therapist. It’s time to uncover your “Big Ikigai” to guide you toward a mindful and fulfilling life.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10am-12pm
Camp Mctureous Community Center, Uruma-shi, Okinawa, Japan
Tentative agenda:
Big Ikigai presentation / ikigai card game
Mindfulness practice
5M mindfulness tool / Letter to self
Reflection / Q & A
Coffee/tea/snacks & networking
$25 investment (equivalent to 5 cups of coffee that could fuel you for the year, or perhaps the rest of your life). :)
This is a guided workshop designed for our community, blending Ikigai insight with mindfulness and reflection. The fee supports materials, facilitation, and guest expertise.
mini Mindful Retreat (free)
october 18, 2025 10am-12pm
HOSTED BY drs. aroon & Alisa SEeda.
Camp Mctureous Community Center, Uruma, Okinawa, Japan
Sign up : https://forms.gle/JgKmyhBudR6GXLREA
Join us for a unique experience of inspiration and transformation through expert talk & experiential mindfulness practices.
Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10am-12pm.
Location: Camp Mctureous Community Center, Uruma, Okinawa, Japan
Tentative agenda:
1000 - Introduction
1010 - “3 lessons from 20 years of monkhood” (Aroon)
1030 - Mindful movement
1035 - Practical self-care talk/discussion (Alisa)
1050 - Meditation practice
1115 - Reflection
1130 - Coffee/tea & Networking
1200 - End
Hosted by Drs. Aroon & Alisa Seeda.
CALM CORNER
A gathering for those seeking a gentle pause, a sense of belonging, and space to reconnect—with yourself and others. Whether you’re navigating a transition, holding space for others, or just needing to exhale, this circle offers a grounding moment to slow down and breathe.
In each session, we’ll gather in a welcoming, non-judgmental space to:
Explore a mindful reflection or journaling prompt
Engage in grounding practices like breathwork, meditation or gentle movement
Share stories and experiences (only if you feel called)
Connect with a community that values presence, authenticity, and care
No pressure to perform. Just bring your whole self.
✨ Open to all members of the community. Come as you are.
Monday, September 15, 2025 from 11:00am-12:30pm
Theme: Mindful Self-Care
Camp Mctureous Community Center, Uruma, Okinawa, Japan
Sign up here : https://forms.gle/vByozzSgVXoDr5wG7
Mindful connection workshop
Join us for an inspiring experience of connection and transformation through expert talk, mindful reflection, journaling, sharing and more!
Hosted by Alisa Seeda, Mindfulness Coach & Occupational Therapist, and Nicci Wohlcke-Davidson, Mental Health Therapist.
September 22, 2025 from 10:00-11:30am
Camp Foster, Chapel Center, 2F, Rm. 205 (requires use of stairs), okinawa, japan
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/EvJPoQ6sA8zcamJ57
Free Mindfulness & Meditation Class - Okinawa
saturday, August 9, 2025 at 1000-1130am
Camp McTureous Community Center, Uruma-shi
Calm Corner Circle July 2025
Calm Corner Workshop – “Returning to Our Values”
Join us for a free Calm Corner mindfulness session on Thursday, May 15 from 9:30–10:30 AM JST (May 14 from 5:30-6:30pm Pacific Time) via Zoom. We’ll take time to reflect on what truly matters, reconnect with our core values, and create space for clarity, calm, and intentional living.
This session is part of Calm Corner’s ongoing series supporting personal growth, balance, and mindful connection.
All are welcome. Come as you are. Let’s take a mindful breath together.
In celebration of International Coaching Week, week of may 12-18, 2025, join us for 1:1 coaching
This is a safe, supportive space to deepen your self-awareness and explore your next step with confidence.
Limited to 4 participants.
Calm Corner x Asian Mental Health Project
Stay In, Check In Facilitator: “Implementing Whole Health Living”
May 8, 2024
Past presentations
International Coaching Federation - Coaching Week
San Francisco VA Healthcare System
UCSF x VA Geriatrics Research Education & Research Center
Crisis Prevention Institute - Dementia Capable Care
UCLA TIES for Families
USC UCEDD Children’s Hospital Los Angeles x CA LEND
University of Southern California Occupational Therapy (OT) Department
Chiang Mai University OT Department
Keck Graduate Institute OTD Program
Royal Thai Embassy-Los Angeles x Nuad Thai and Spa USA