Mindful Self-Compassion, MSC online evening class Spring 2021

Mindful Self Compassion 8-week course: Mondays, 5:30pm – 8:30pm March 8th – April 26th

Mindful Self-Compassion is an evidence-based program designed to cultivate self-kindness and improve well-being. Developed by two psychologists, Drs. Kristen Neff and Chris Germer, Mindful Self-Compassion is the practice of repeatedly evoking good will toward ourselves especially when we’re suffering—cultivating the same desire that all living beings have to live happily and free from suffering.

Most of us feel compassion when a close friend is struggling. What would it be like to receive the same caring attention whenever you needed it most? All that’s required is a shift in the direction of our attention—recognizing that as a human being, you, too, are a worthy recipient of compassion.

Research shows that self-compassion significantly enhances emotional well-being (less anxiety and depression), boosts resilience, happiness, harmonious relationships, and can even help maintain healthy lifestyles such as healthy eating and exercise. For many of us, self-criticism is a familiar driving force to do better and succeed. Yet, research shows the opposite: self-compassion is a much healthier and productive way to motivate ourselves.