Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an intensive training retreat version
of an empirically-supported 8-week program designed to cultivate the
skill of self-compassion. Based on groundbreaking research by Kristin
Neff and integrated with the clinical perspective of Christopher
Germer, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable
participants to respond to difficult emotions with kindness and
understanding. The three key components of self-compassion are
self-kindness, a sense of common humanity, and balanced, mindful
awareness. Kindness opens our hearts to suffering, so we can give
ourselves what we need. Common humanity opens us to others, so that we
know we aren’t alone. Mindfulness opens us to the present moment, so
we can accept our experience with greater ease. Together they comprise
a state of warm, connected, presence during difficult moments in our
lives. Self-compassion can be learned by anyone, even those who
didn’t receive enough affection in childhood or who feel
uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. It’s a courageous
attitude that stands up to harm, including the harm that we inflict on
ourselves through self-criticism, self-denial, or self-absorption.
Self-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience, allowing
us to admit our shortcomings, forgive ourselves, motivate ourselves
with kindness, care for others, and be fully human. Rapidly expanding
research clearly demonstrates that self-compassion is related to
emotional wellbeing, lower anxiety and depression, maintenance of
healthy habits such as diet and exercise, and more satisfying personal
relationships. Objectives At the completion of this activity,
participants should be able to: Target Audience This program is
designed for members of the general public, as well as for
professionals who wish to integrate self-compassion into their work.
Participating in a MSC program satisfies a prerequisite for becoming a
MSC program teacher. Meditation experience is not necessary to
participate in this 5-day MSC program for professionals. All are
welcome! Training Program activities include meditation, short talks,
experiential exercises, group discussion, and home practices. The goal
is to provide a safe and supportive environment for exploring how we
typically respond when difficult emotions arise and to provide tools
for becoming a warm and supportive companion to ourselves. The
emphasis of the program is on enhancing emotional resources and
personal capacities. For more information on self-compassion, please
see www.Self-Compassion.org and www.MindfulSelfCompassion.org
Participant Guidelines The MSC program is a journey—an adventure in
self-discovery and self-kindness. Compassion has the paradoxical
effect of both soothing and comforting as well as opening us to
emotional distress that we may have been unconsciously holding inside,
often for many years. Therefore, some difficult emotions are likely to
surface during the program as we grow in our capacity to embrace and
heal them. The teachers are committed to providing an environment of
safety, support, privacy, individual responsibility, and a common
commitment to developing compassion for oneself and others.
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