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<div>This two hour workshop offers an opportunity to learn about and experience some of the practices of self-compassion and its benefit on well-being, especially when one is suffering. Included in this workshop is an introduction to the three main components of self-compassion: mindfulness, common humanity, and self-kindness.</div>
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<div>Self-compassion is a sensitivity towards our own suffering and the desire to alleviate it. It embodies the qualities of tenderness, comfort, kindness and connection.</div>
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<div>Self-compassion can be learned by anyone, even those who did not receive enough affection in childhood or who feel uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. It is a courageous attitude that stands up to harm, including the harm we inflict on ourselves through self-criticism, self-denial, or self absorbtion. Self-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience, allowing us to admit our shortcomings, forgive ourselves, motivate ourselves with kindness, care for others, and be fully human. It has also been proven to lower anxiety and depression, maintain healthy habits for well-being, and lead to more satisfying personal relationships.</div>
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<div>For more information about self-compassion click <strong><a href="http://breathemindfulness.ca/self-compassion/">HERE</a></strong>.</div>
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<div><strong><span style="color: #88c8c8;">Who should attend</span></strong><br />This introductory self-compassion workshop is recommended for anyone interested in learning about self-compassion and beginning to develop a more caring relationship with one self, especially in times of difficulty. This workshop is also recommended for those interested in enrolling in the more intensive <a title="Mindful Self-Compassion" href="http://breathemindfulness.ca/mindful-self-compassion/"><strong>8 week Mindful Self-Compassion Program</strong>.</a>
<div><br /><strong><span style="color: #88c8c8;">Fee: </span></strong>$35* (HST included).
<p>*In order to make the workshops accessible to everyone a “Generosity Policy” is available. Should you find the fee an obstacle, please decide what works for you and offer whatever you can upon attendance. We appreciate any contribution you wish to offer. Registration for the workshop is still required as space is limited. Registration with the Generosity Policy option must be done by contacting the Centre directly by calling (902) 499-0089 or emailing breathemindulnesscentre@gmail.com</p>
<p>Please be aware of our payment, cancellation and refund policies.</p>
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