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SUMMARY:Connecting with the Source of Compassion Retreat with Caverly Morgan & Kristin Neff (through the Whidbey Institute) (2025)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a profound journey into the heart of compassion.\nGuided by Caverly Morgan and special guest Dr. Kristin Neff\, this five-day experiential retreat is designed to help you access and embody loving Awareness\, where natural wisdom and compassion reside. Please note\, Dr. Kristin Neff will be a special guest\, attending the retreat for only a part of it\, and  Caverly Morgan is the lead facilitator for this retreat. This retreat may not be a good fit for those who want standard self-compassion skills training. For that\, please see our other workshops. \nConnect with your compassionate nature.\nMany of us struggle to offer ourselves compassion because we are identified with a limited\, separate sense of self. This smaller self often feels inadequate\, unworthy\, or lacking the resources and knowledge to truly care for itself. This is the self that suffers. \nOpening our hearts transforms our lives\, granting us greater peace and resilience in the face of emotional challenges. We become happier and more satisfied. But when we cling to the notion of a limited self that must control everything and perfect every practice\, we amplify our suffering. We may even criticize ourselves for not being self-compassionate enough\, creating a vicious cycle of judgment and inadequacy. \nHowever\, when we connect with our larger Self—the aspect of our being that is inherently wise\, loving\, and not separate from the whole—compassion flows effortlessly. It’s from this deep wellspring within our true nature that we can genuinely open our hearts to ourselves and others.\nThis retreat invites you to explore these profound questions: Who is the self in self-compassion? What is the heart that opens to ourselves\, others\, and life itself? Is there an “I” doing anything at all\, or are we simply resting in our true nature? \nWhen we awaken to our true nature\, we don’t bypass the world. We awaken to love it more fully. And self-compassion is the first expression of that love\, starting with the self we thought we were. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to respond to feelings of failure or inadequacy with kindness and care.\nHow to relate to difficult emotions with greater ease.\nHow to take the effort out of self-compassion practice.\nHow to access your true nature\, which is naturally compassionate.\nHow to rest in Being\, the heart of who we are.\n\nWhat You Can Expect:\n\nTeachings and Guided Meditations: Engage in insightful teachings and guided meditations to deepen your understanding and experience of compassion.\nDyads and Group Discussions: Connect with fellow participants through structured dyads and open group discussions\, fostering a supportive community.\nQ&A Sessions: Gain clarity and personal insights during interactive Q&A sessions with Caverly Morgan and Dr. Kristin Neff.\nJournaling: Reflect on your experiences and insights through guided journaling exercises.\nMindful Movement: Engage in daily embodied movement classes with Jess Jaris\nRestorative Time: Explore Whidbey Institute’s scenic trail system\, wander the tranquil labyrinth and gardens\, or simply rest. Rejuvenate your mind\, body\, and spirit.\nNourishing Organic Meals: Enjoy delicious meals crafted by Whidbey Institute’s chef specially prepared for our group.
URL:https://self-compassion.org/event/connecting-with-the-source-of-compassion-retreat-with-caverly-morgan-kristin-neff-through-the-whidbey-institute-2025/
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