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SUMMARY:(Montréal: In-Person) MSC Core Skills Workshop with Chris Germer and Kristin Neff
DESCRIPTION:Join Chris Germer and Kristin Neff for this unique in-person opportunity this May! In-Person MSC Core Skills Workshop with Chris Germer and Kristin Neff \nSaturday\, May 16\, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Eastern Time\nSunday\, May 17\, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Eastern Time \nLocation: Agora (CO-R500)\, Heart of Science Pavilion\n175 President Kennedy Avenue\nMontréal\, Quebec H2X3P2 \nParticipants will be responsible for their own accommodations. \n_________ \nMSC founders Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Chris Germer are offering a rare in-person Core Skills Workshop! This unique opportunity allows participants to experience their guidance firsthand in a live setting. The MSC Core Skills workshop\, is designed for individuals who want to integrate self-compassion into their personal lives and professional work. It is open to the general public and provides a total of 12 hours of training over two days. \nWhen we fail\, make mistakes\, or we’re faced with life challenges\, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed\, inadequate\, and disconnected from ourselves and others. In these moments\, self-compassion\, especially when practiced in community\, can serve as a powerful tool for grounding\, healing\, and connection. \nBy offering ourselves the same kindness\, understanding\, and care that we would a close friend\, we can navigate the imperfection of life with greater self-acceptance\, resilience and clarity. Practicing self-compassion in community helps us reconnect with our inner and collective wisdom\, fostering a sense of inner peace and strength. \nDr. Neff and Dr. Germer are pioneers who created the empirically-supported Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program\, which teaches the skills needed to cultivate self-compassion and enhance emotional well-being. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\nMSC helps you develop self-compassion through three core elements: \n\nMindfulness – Turning toward difficult emotions\, sensations\, and thoughts with awareness and an open mind.\nCommon Humanity – Recognizing that feelings of inadequacy and disappointment are universal and that suffering is part of the shared human experience.\nSelf-Kindness – Offering warmth and understanding to ourselves when we suffer\, fail\, or feel inadequate.\n\nBenefits of Self-Compassion:\nResearch shows that self-compassion is strongly associated with: \n\nGreater emotional well-being\nEnhanced ability to cope with life challenges\nLower levels of anxiety and depression\nHealthier habits such as good nutrition and exercise\nMore satisfying and compassionate relationships\n\nSelf-compassion not only helps us comfort\, soothe\, and validate ourselves but also empowers us to protect\, provide\, and motivate ourselves toward achieving our goals. \nThis workshop is an empowering introduction for those new to self-compassion and a valuable refresher for MSC graduates looking to deepen their practice.
URL:https://self-compassion.org/event/montreal-in-person-msc-core-skills-workshop-with-chris-germer-and-kristin-neff/
CATEGORIES:External: CMSC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Mindful Self-Compassion":MAILTO:hello@centerformsc.org
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SUMMARY:Essentials of Self-Compassion\, with Kristin Neff (through CSMC)
DESCRIPTION:A three-hour online workshop by Dr. Kristin Neff\, October 11th 11-2pm CT\, sponsored by CMSC. \nSelf-compassion involves treating ourselves kindly\, like we would a good friend we cared about. Rather than continually judging and evaluating ourselves\, self-compassion involves generating kindness toward ourselves as imperfect humans\, and learning to be present with the inevitable struggles of life with greater strength and balance. It motivates us to make needed changes in our lives not because we’re worthless or inadequate\, but because we care about ourselves and want to lessen our suffering.   \nResearch shows that self-compassion is one of the most powerful sources of coping and resilience we have available to us\, enhancing both mental and physical health. It is also a skill we can learn and practice. \nThis workshop will provide an introduction to the basic concepts and research on self-compassion through lecture\, discussion\, and experiential exercises. You will gain practical tools to bring it into your daily life\, including how to support yourself in difficult moments; work with distressing emotions; and motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism.  \nThe workshop is relevant for the general public as well as to practicing mental health professionals.
URL:https://self-compassion.org/event/self-compassion-essentials-with-kristin-neff-october-11-2025/
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SUMMARY:Self-Compassion for Caregivers with Kristin Neff (through CMSC)
DESCRIPTION:A three-hour online workshop by Dr. Kristin Neff\, June 21tst 11-2pm CT\, sponsored by CMSC. \nMost of us are quite practiced at being kind to others\, especially in caregiver roles.  Whether we have a high-needs child\, an elderly parent\, an ill partner\, or are a professional caregiver such as a doctor\, nurse\, therapist\, or teacher\, we know to give support and comfort to the people who need us.  But how many of us offer that same level of compassion to ourselves? \nIf our caring just goes one way – outward but not inward – we will eventually become drained and depleted.  Self-compassion is crucial for caregivers because it allows us to resource ourselves so that we can continue our good work in the world. \nThis workshop will present theory and research on the key role that self-compassion plays for caregivers. A variety of practices will be taught that can help you maintain equilibrium in difficult caregiving situations.  You will also explore how to meet your needs in a balanced and fulfilling manner. \nThe workshop is relevant for the general public as well as professional caregivers.
URL:https://self-compassion.org/event/self-compassion-for-caregivers-with-kristin-neff-through-cmsc-june-21-2025/
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SUMMARY:MSC Core Skills Workshop with Chris Germer and Kristin Neff (In-Person Two-Day Event in Los Angeles\, CA)
DESCRIPTION:For the first time in three years\, MSC founders Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Chris Germer are offering a rare in-person Core Skills Workshop! This unique opportunity\, hosted by the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion\, allows participants to experience their guidance firsthand in a live setting. The MSC Core Skills workshop\, is designed for individuals who want to integrate self-compassion into their personal lives and professional work. It is open to the general public and provides a total of 12 hours of training over two days. \nWhen we fail\, make mistakes\, or are faced with life challenges\, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed\, inadequate\, and disconnected from ourselves and others. In these moments\, self-compassion\, especially when practiced in community\, can serve as a powerful tool for grounding\, healing\, and connection. \nBy offering ourselves the same kindness\, understanding\, and care that we would a close friend\, we can navigate the imperfections of life with greater self-acceptance\, resilience\, and clarity. Practicing self-compassion in community helps us reconnect with our inner and collective wisdom\, fostering a sense of inner peace and strength. \nDr. Neff and Dr. Germer\, the pioneers who created the empirically-supported Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program and co-founded of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion\, are donating their time to lead this valuable experience. The event takes place from 9-4:30pm Pacific Time over two days.
URL:https://self-compassion.org/event/msc-core-skills-workshop-with-chris-germer-and-kristin-neff-may-30-2025/
CATEGORIES:External: CMSC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Mindful Self-Compassion":MAILTO:hello@centerformsc.org
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SUMMARY:Fierce Self-Compassion with Kristin Neff (through CMSC)
DESCRIPTION:A three-hour online workshop by Dr. Kristin Neff\, February 15th\, sponsored by CMSC. \nWhen most people think of self-compassion\, they consider the tender\, nurturing aspect of this mindset that allows us to be with our pain and accept ourselves in a supportive way. But self-compassion can be fierce as well as tender. \nFierce self-compassion involves taking action in the world to protect\, provide and motivate ourselves to alleviate suffering. It means saying “no” to others who are hurting us – drawing our boundaries firmly. It helps us to take a firm stance against injustice or unfairness without dehumanizing others.\nThis workshop will focus on the fierce aspect of self-compassion through lecture and experiential exercises. By learning to balance fierce and tender self-compassion\, you can begin to speak up\, draw boundaries\, and stand up for yourself with greater confidence. \nThe workshop is most relevant for those who already have some experience and knowledge of self-compassion.
URL:https://self-compassion.org/event/fierce-self-compassion-with-kristin-neff-february-15-2025/
CATEGORIES:External: CMSC
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