Mindful Self-Compassion

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 unwittingly inflict on ourselves through self-criticism, self-isolation, or self-absorption. Self-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience, allowing us to admit our shortcomings, motivate ourselves with kindness, forgive ourselves when needed, relate wholeheartedly to others, and be more authentically ourselves. Rapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing, less anxiety, depression and stress, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise, and satisfying personal relationships. And it’s easier than you think. After participating in this workshop, you’ll be able to: •Practice self-compassion in daily life •Understand the empirically-supported benefits of self-compassion •Motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism •Handle difficult emotions with greater ease •Transform challenging relationships, old and new •Manage caregiver fatigue •Practice the art of savoring and self-appreciation