Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) - On Site SERIES OF CLASSES
June 12, 2023 July 31, 2023
Total # of Classes
8
Class length
165 minutes
Location
On Site at Midwest Alliance for Mindfulness 11100 Ash Street Suite 103 Leawood, KS 66211
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported 8-week course designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. It was developed by Christopher Germer, PhD, a leader in the integration of mindfulness and psychotherapy (www.ChrisGermer.com) and Kristin Neff, PhD, a pioneering researcher in the field of self-compassion (www.Self-Compassion.org) and teaches participants skills needed for greater awareness in the present moment of their own distress or suffering so they can respond with kindness and wisdom. Research is showing that self-compassion is correlated with greater happiness and wellbeing, decreased anxiety and depression, as well as healthier lifestyle habits. Participants learn how to treat themselves more like someone they love, befriending themselves, cultivating a gentle curiosity about inner experiences, motivating with encouragement rather than punishment, and coping with difficult emotions with greater calm and ease. This program fulfills one of the prerequisites for becoming a MSC teacher and up to 26 CE credits are offered for MO & KS licensed mental health professionals.
The course consists of eight weekly 2.75 hour classes plus half-day retreat. Each participant in the course will receive:
- 24 total hours of instruction in Mindful Self-Compassion, which includes carefully sequenced self-compassion exercises, guided meditations, written exercises, group discussions, and mindful movement;
- Weekly handouts to reinforce the learning and provide support and reminders for home practice;
- Weekly homework assignments (optional, but recommended);
- Access to all meditation audio recordings
Fees: $575 (members receive a 20% discount by using discount code MEMBERS20 at checkout - become a member for as little as $15 per month. For those with significant financial need, in the spirit of generosity you can purchase a pay what you can pass before registering)
⚠️ The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook by Kristin Neff & Christopher Germer is required and will be referenced during the course. Once you've registered, please be sure to complete the MBP Participant Background Form before the course begins.
Upcoming Offering: Join Tracy Ochester and Alissa Keaton 8 Mondays from 6-8:45 pm Starting June 12, 2023 + Half Day Retreat Sunday July 16th, 2023 from 9 am - 1 pm on site in the Peace Pod
Make-up classes and refunds are not available for missed classes in the series. No refunds will be provided after the enrollment deadline, which is one week before the start of the course. MAM requires a minimum of 6 registrants per MBI to hold class. Classes with fewer than 6 will be cancelled with options for rescheduling into open classes. In the event that the course is cancelled, you will receive a full refund of the registration fee, but refunds will not be provided for any pre-arranged transportation, accommodations or other miscellaneous expenses.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the research supporting self-compassion
- Integrate core practices of mindfulness and self-compassion into daily life
- Relate to difficult emotions and respond to negative thought patterns with greater self-kindness and ease
- Utilize compassion as a motivation rather than self-criticism
- Learn and practice self-compassion techniques to reduce caregiver fatigue and live in greater alignment with values
- Increase resilience through savoring and self-appreciation
- Apply self-compassion strategies to transform difficult relationships
The class takes place on...
- June 12 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
- June 19 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
- June 26 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
- July 3 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
- July 10 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
- July 17 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
- July 24 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
- July 31 at 6:00 pm (Monday)
Reservations
This class series has already finished. Please check our schedule for more classes.