POWER OF SELF COMPASSION
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Power of Self-Compassion with Kristin Neff and Chris Germer
Have you ever marveled at how some people manage to bounce right back from challenges in their lives, keep an optimistic attitude, motivate themselves to achieve lofty goals, and stay healthy and happy? Chances are, there’s a secret ingredient in their lives: self-compassion.
What, exactly, is it?
In a nutshell, self-compassion is treating ourselves with the same kindness, care, and understanding that we would offer to others when they suffer, fail, or feel inadequate. Hundreds of studies are pointing to self-compassion as one of the most powerful resources for enhancing your emotional well-being.
Many first-time participants in our course are actually wary about being compassionate to themselves. Why? Because we fear that being too kind to ourselves will make us weak or self-indulgent. Or that we need to be “tough” on ourselves to stay motivated and reach our goals. In fact, research shows it's just the opposite: Self-compassion turns out to be much more effective than self-criticism—for your success at work, health, personal relationships, and fulfillment of your aspirations.
All of us have to deal with seemingly unbearable situations from time to time. And that's when the miracle of self-compassion comes to the rescue: to help you meet inevitable crises and transform your experience through mindful awareness, a sense of common humanity, and self-kindness.
Have you ever marveled at how some people manage to bounce right back from challenges in their lives, keep an optimistic attitude, motivate themselves to achieve lofty goals, and stay healthy and happy? Chances are, there’s a secret ingredient in their lives: self-compassion.
What, exactly, is it?
In a nutshell, self-compassion is treating ourselves with the same kindness, care, and understanding that we would offer to others when they suffer, fail, or feel inadequate. Hundreds of studies are pointing to self-compassion as one of the most powerful resources for enhancing your emotional well-being.
Many first-time participants in our course are actually wary about being compassionate to themselves. Why? Because we fear that being too kind to ourselves will make us weak or self-indulgent. Or that we need to be “tough” on ourselves to stay motivated and reach our goals. In fact, research shows it's just the opposite: Self-compassion turns out to be much more effective than self-criticism—for your success at work, health, personal relationships, and fulfillment of your aspirations.
All of us have to deal with seemingly unbearable situations from time to time. And that's when the miracle of self-compassion comes to the rescue: to help you meet inevitable crises and transform your experience through mindful awareness, a sense of common humanity, and self-kindness.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
POWER OF SELF-COMPASSION VIDEO SESSIONS: OVER EIGHT HOURS OF IMMERSIVE TEACHINGS Each week you'll learn with Kristin and Chris through these video trainings, where you'll explore the science of self-compassion, illuminating stories, guided practices, and more.
MENTORING & ONLINE COMMUNITY SUPPORT Personal guidance and coming together make a real difference in learning self-compassion. Your registration includes several online group mentoring sessions with senior instructors, hand-picked by Chris and Kristin—plus membership in a lively Facebook community of your fellow course participants.
ONLINE COURSE WORKBOOK Through self-reflection and writing, you'll further accelerate your progress. A private online workbook, organized by session and exercise, makes it easy to find and review your work.
HOME PRACTICES At the end of each session, Kristin and Chris provide “during-the-week” practices to help you to dive further into the day's topics on your own.
INFORMAL “ON-THE-SPOT” PRACTICES Simple exercises and “mini-practices” to use in the moment, when you need immediate relief and have only a few minutes to spare. Using gentle touch, targeted “compassion breaks,” soothing breathwork, and more—these practice gems are often cited as favorites by participants.
PROGRESS-TRACKER A visual dashboard to see what you've completed and what lies ahead. It's a great way to navigate your journey toward greater self-compassion.
LIVE Q&As
April 29, 2020 with Chris Germer June 3, 2020 with Kristin Neff
POWER OF SELF-COMPASSION VIDEO SESSIONS: OVER EIGHT HOURS OF IMMERSIVE TEACHINGS Each week you'll learn with Kristin and Chris through these video trainings, where you'll explore the science of self-compassion, illuminating stories, guided practices, and more.
MENTORING & ONLINE COMMUNITY SUPPORT Personal guidance and coming together make a real difference in learning self-compassion. Your registration includes several online group mentoring sessions with senior instructors, hand-picked by Chris and Kristin—plus membership in a lively Facebook community of your fellow course participants.
ONLINE COURSE WORKBOOK Through self-reflection and writing, you'll further accelerate your progress. A private online workbook, organized by session and exercise, makes it easy to find and review your work.
HOME PRACTICES At the end of each session, Kristin and Chris provide “during-the-week” practices to help you to dive further into the day's topics on your own.
INFORMAL “ON-THE-SPOT” PRACTICES Simple exercises and “mini-practices” to use in the moment, when you need immediate relief and have only a few minutes to spare. Using gentle touch, targeted “compassion breaks,” soothing breathwork, and more—these practice gems are often cited as favorites by participants.
PROGRESS-TRACKER A visual dashboard to see what you've completed and what lies ahead. It's a great way to navigate your journey toward greater self-compassion.
LIVE Q&As
April 29, 2020 with Chris Germer June 3, 2020 with Kristin Neff