Mindful Self-compassion online course
Mindful Self-compassion online course
WHEN: Wednesday evenings, March 24th - May 12th, 2021, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Retreat day, Sunday April 25th (9:30 a.m. - 1:30 pm).
What is Mindful Self-compassion?
Self-compassioncan be learned by anyone. No previous mindfulness experience is required to participate in this course. Practicing mindfulself-compassionpromotes emotional strength and resilience. It helps you to motivate yourself with kindness, forgive yourself and others when needed, and respond to difficult emotions. Learning to be moreself-compassionate can reduceself-criticism, improve our ability to connect authentically with others and respond to our struggles with greater perspective.
In the course, you will learn how to:
* Practice self-compassion in daily life
* Apply mindfulness and self-compassion skills in difficult moments
* Motivate yourself with kindness rather than self-criticism
* Handle difficult emotions with greater ease
* Transform challenging relationships, old and new
* Manage caregiver fatigue
* Practice the art of savouring, gratitude and self-appreciation
COST: $425 including HST. Early bird rate of $375 when you register before Feb. 14th, 2021. May be covered by extended benefits. Please inquire with your insurance provider. Otherwise, the cost can be counted as a medical expense towards income taxes. I am offering a few spaces at a reduced fee for front-line workers (including those working in health care and health care settings, grocery stores, etc.) Please inquire for further information. sara @ saramarlowe[dot]com
Sara is a certified mindful self-compassion teacher through the UCSD Centre for Mindfulness.