An empirically supported 8
week program in developing a caring relationship with yourself and
others. In this program, you will learn how to be with difficult
emotions and moments in your life with kindness, care and
understanding.
MSC is primarily a compassion
training program rather than a mindfulness training/retreat,
although mindfulness is the foundation of self-compassion. The goal
of the MSC program is to provide a safe and supportive environment
for exploring how we typically respond when difficult emotions
arise and to provide tools for becoming a warm and supportive
companion to ourselves. Unlike group or individual therapy, the
emphasis will be on enhancing emotional resources and personal
capacities rather than addressing old wounds. Participants
will learn and apply the three key components of self-compassion
(self-kindness, mindfulness and common humanity) using meditation,
short talks, experiential exercises, group discussion, and home
practices.
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.
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In this program, participants will meet as a group with a
teacher via the “Zoom” video conferencing
platform. The virtual meetings will take place for
approximately 3 hours once a week for 8 weeks in addition to a
3 hour virtuall silent retreat. Participants will need:
- High-speed internet connection
- Video cam (built-in or external)
- Audio microphone (built-in or external)
Instructions will be provided to each participant upon sign-up in preparation for the program.
Who Should
Attend
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.
No previous experience with
mindfulness or meditation is necessary to attend MSC. This program
is designed for anyone who wishes to integrate and cultivate
greater self-compassion into their lives and/or
work.
Participants choosing the online
program must feel comfortable enough to use the necessary
technology. Please see above for technical
requirements
Program Fee: $520* (HST
and materials included).
Limited enrolment applies for the program to run.
* The fee for the MSC program is not covered by
MSI. However, many private health insurance plans cover the cost of
therapeutic groups (a psychological service) offered by a
Registered Psychologist. Please contact your health insurance
provider directly to determine coverage.