Events
Mindfulness Training for Self-Compassion
Date and Time
Thursday, January 26, 2017 12:00 PM - 1:30 AM
Description
This six-week course for faculty and staff at GVSU begins Thursday January 26th and runs every Thursday through March 2nd. All classes meet 12-1:30 pm in DEV 303C (except for 2/16. Class will meet in DEV302E) The practice of mindfulness and self-compassion help us create more ease, wellbeing and resilience in our lives both at work and at home. Mindfulness is the ability to be with our difficult thoughts and feelings with a spirit of openness and curiosity.
Selfcompassion gives us the tools to soothe and comfort ourselves when we are experiencing difficulty. Research has shown that when we can be more compassionate with ourselves, we are happier, less anxious and depressed, and have more equanimity even in the most challenging circumstances. These powerful healing tools work together to help us face life with more kindness and understanding. Mindfulness and Self-Compassion at Work is grounded in the work of Kristen Neff, PhD and Christopher Germer, developers of Mindful Self-Compassion.
In this class, we will explore ways to:
- Bring more self-compassion into daily life
- Motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism
- Feel less alone when you are struggling
- Handle difficult emotions with greater ease
- Transform challenging relationships, old and new
- Practice the art of savoring and self-appreciation
Framework:
The course will consist of six, 90-minute sessions held one week apart and is facilitated by The Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness. Each session will include the introduction of a theme weaving the two core practices of mindfulness and self-compassion together, a mindful self-compassion practice, a guided reflection and discussion. Participants will receive a workbook CDs and digital recordings with each new practice to support a daily practice between weekly sessions. Cost is $50.00 for the 6 week course. Taken in the community, this course would cost approximately $300.00. A savings of $250.00 to participants!
Register online at www.gvsu.edu/sprout