Restorative Counselling
About The Mindful Self-Compassion 8-Week Course
Mindful Self-Compassion Training
As many of you know, I have recently returned from MSC
teacher training in Amsterdam. Now that I am home, I am pleased to invite you
to participate in a phenomenal and life-changing opportunity. The Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC)
program was developed by Kristin Neff, a pioneering researcher in the field of
self-compassion (Self-Compassion.org) and Christopher Germer http://www.mindfulselfcompassion.org/
Research has shown that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional wellbeing.
It boosts happiness, reduces anxiety and depression, and can even help maintain
healthy lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise.
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 thatÕs required is shift in the direction of our
attention—recognizing that as a human being, you, too, are a worthy
recipient of compassion.
In this
program, youÕll learn:
A randomized, controlled trial demonstrated that the
MSC program significantly increased self-compassion, compassion for others,
mindfulness, and life satisfaction, as well as decreased depression, anxiety
and stress. Improvements were linked to how much a person
practiced mindfulness and self-compassion in their daily lives. MSC was built
on the foundation of Jon Kabat-ZinnÕs 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
(MBSR) course that has been running for 30 years and has a host of peer
reviewed supportive research describing gains in various domains of life.
Here is a link to a Ted Talk by Kristin Neff on
Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&list=UUPfDETmabmiBHjNrPPHlF5A&v=qqQHhF4CaKQ
And a talk on Compassion Based-Therapy
Here is a link to a Ted Talk by Kristin Neff talking
about self-compassion
How to
Register
Step 1
Space is limited, so if you are planning on enrolling for this 8 week MSC course,
you can visit www.restorativecounselling.com
Select the ŌGroups and WorkshopsĶ page to register.
Step 2
Indicate if you are interested in the:
Wednesday evenings 6:30-9:00 pm September 2, 2015
– October 21, 2015 round
(1/2 Day Silent Meditation retreat would be Sunday
October 11 from 9:30am-1:30pm)
or
October 28- December 16, 2015 Round (*Tentatively
booked 6:30-9 on Wednesday Evenings, but possibility of Thursdays instead if
that is indicated as preference).
Step 3 I
will email you back to let you know if there is still space. Once you receive
confirmation, you can make payment.
Step 4 It
is suggested (but not required) that you read either Kristin NeffÕs book http://www.amazon.ca/Self-Compassion-Beating-Yourself-Insecurity-Behind/dp/0061733512
or Chris GermerÕs book http://www.mindfulselfcompassion.org/publications_books.php#mindfulpath
prior to the course to get the
most out of it. KristinÕs book is more casual, an easier read with personal
examples of her own journey whereas ChristopherÕs book is a bit more
theoretical and delves into psychotherapeutic workings of the program.
Payment
If you are able to pay the full fee right away ($525),
there is an option on the drop down menu on the HOME PAGE of Restorative CounsellingÕs website
Alternately, you can call me directly (250) 619-0901 to make an arrangement for
a payment plan.
For those with extended benefits, please speak to me
directly about qualification for reimbursement at 250-619-0901
Waitlist
How wonderful! The first round (September 2-October
21) has generated lots of interest in our community! This means that we will
see an increase in people feeling more at ease in their lives J
These seats will be secured on a
first-come-first-serve basis, once payment or deposit has been made. I hope to
see you there.