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SUMMARY:Kenya: Mindful Self-Compassion Intensive\, Limuru\, Kenya
DESCRIPTION:We are going to Kenya as part of this new initiative with The Centre of Mindful Self-Compassion and Global Education Initiatives.  Looking for a way to learn and contribute and share a wonderful experience deepening your practice? \nHere is the information in case you are interested: \nLearn to practice mindfulness and self-compassion in daily life. \n\nUnderstand the current scientific research underlying the skill and attitude of self-compassion.\nGain invaluable intercultural competence relevant to your profession.\nShare your knowledge and gain cultural insight through a unique African or Asian perspective on emotional wellbeing.\nBenefit from the professional exchange with other participants and local colleagues.\nSupport the inclusion of local clinicians and individuals in the program\, in order to actively enhance MSC skills in other cultures.\nAdd your personal piece to a growing global network of professionals and benefit from its connections.\nExplore an exciting destination in a meaningful way and immerse yourself in the culture of your hosts\, while supporting the local community.\n\nhttps://centerformsc.org/course/kenya-mindful-self-compassion-intensive/
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/kenya-mindful-self-compassion-intensive-limuru-kenya/
LOCATION:Brackenhurst Hotel\, \, Kabuku-Tigoni Road\, Limuru\, Wilaya ya Kiambu\, Nairobi\, Kenya
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SUMMARY:Self-Compassion for Couples
DESCRIPTION:People with high self-compassion tend do have happier\, healthier relationships.  They also tend to compromise more\, take responsibility for mistakes\, blame others less and finding more satisfaction in relationship. \nJoin us for an experiential workshop for couples focused on building self-compassion.  It will be fun\, intense\, interesting\, reflective and practical.  You will learn skills you can practice every day in your relationship. \nWHEN WE MINDFULLY AND COMPASSIONATELY INCLINE TOWARD WHATEVER IS ARISING WITHIN US\,\nWE CAN BE TRULY PRESENT\nAND ALIVE FOR OURSELVES AND OTHERS.\nRegister for Workshop \n  \n  \nPlease email me at victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com to put your name on the waiting list for registration for this program. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/self-compassion-for-couples/
LOCATION:OmTown Yoga\, 43 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R5G3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Jingle Mingle Artisan Craft Market
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/jingle-mingle-artisan-craft-market/
LOCATION:OmTown Yoga\, 43 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R5G3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Jingle Mingle Artisan Craft Fair
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URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/jingle-mingle-artisan-craft-fair/
LOCATION:OmTown Yoga\, 43 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R5G3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Self-Compassion in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:***THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL\n and REGISTRATION IS CLOSED***\nCentral Vancouver Island\nMulticultural Society\nStaff Training Day\n– learning to include ourselves in our circle of compassion \nCaring for others is what we do.\nYet it often seems like there isn’t time or energy left over for self-care.\nIt is possible to care for ourselves\nwith the same care and kindness we offer to those we care for and about.\nMindful Self-Compassion skills training has been proven to help\nreduce stress\, burnout\, anxiety\, depression while boosting resiliency and happiness.
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/preventing-burnout-managing-stress-mindfulness-self-compassion-training/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, Nanaimo
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Something needs to change.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlthough there are a number of factors contributing to stress\, the way we RESPOND to stress has a big impact on our health and well-being. \nWe each have a hardwired ‘stress response system’ is that prepares us to deal with stress with fight\, flight or freeze.  When activated over a long period of time\, this system depletes us on every level. The effect of long-term stress is known as allostatic load\, resulting in greater risk of heart disease\, osteoporosis and metabolic syndrome. \nSelf-compassion is another way. Rather than fighting or fleeing threatening situations (and the thoughts and feelings that go with them)\, self-compassion involves learning to embrace our difficulties and being kind to ourselves in the face of them. \nSelf-compassion involves three components:\n1) accepting whatever pressure we’re under and the unpleasant feelings and thoughts that come with it;\n2) putting our stress into perspective (ie\, acknowledging that stress and pressure are a part of work and living\, and that the current issue is not – and need not – be the end of the world); and\n3) moving forward with an attitude of openness and kindness to our circumstances and to ourselves. \nSelf-compassion means learning to mindfully accept our circumstances\, thoughts and feelings\, and then responding with kindness – the way we typically respond to those we care about who are suffering. \nThat’s not to say that someone with self-compassion can’t take a tough decision\, take a stand or back out of a dysfunctional environment. \nSelf-compassion is about the way we relate to our experience – not the content of it. And it turns out to be a pretty powerful tool when faced with stress: Researchers have found that people with high levels of self-compassion experience less anxiety\, stress\, depression and shame; and more life satisfaction\, happiness\, gratitude and optimism. \nBut does that make self-compassionate people less focused on doing well? You might expect that self-compassionate people lose their ‘edge’ and their drive to succeed? \nNot so\, says the research. The opposite is actually true: People with high levels of self-compassion take more of a learning approach to their challenges\, take greater responsibility and are more accountable for their choices than those low in self-compassion. \nWhy? Because a stressful deadline presents a HUGE threat to someone who stakes their whole identity on it. Taking responsibility and ‘owning’ one’s performances is also a big threat if you’re tough on yourself. You’ve got much more to lose. Being self-compassionate ‘frees up’ critical mental and emotional energy that can be used to actually solve the problem at hand (rather than just stressing about it). And if you fail\, it’s not the end of the world. So you’ll be more likely to stand up and take responsibility. \nPeople with self-compassion are much better placed to look \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/8648/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170423
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SUMMARY:Caring for Self While Caring for Others:  Sustaining Compassion and Preventing Burnout with Self-Compassion Core Skills
DESCRIPTION:Providing care to those who are suffering or struggling is what we do. Exercise\, yoga and eating well are some of the ways we may try to care for ourselves\, when we can. But this can often feel like added pressure – and is impossible while on the job. \nThere is another way that increasing research is showing can help us prevent burnout\, manage vicarious trauma and build resiliency – even in the midst of overwhelming situations. \nThis one day workshop will provide you with the science\, research and practices of mindfulness and self-compassion. You will learn how to include yourself in your circle of compassion and cultivate sustainable compassion for yourself and others. \nTeachers \nVictoria Pawlowski\, RD.\, M.Ed.\, RCC and Carol Ranger\, MA.\, RD\nTrained Teachers of Mindful Self-Compassion\nwww.compassioninspiredhealth.com \nThere is another way that increasing research is showing can help us prevent burnout\, manage vicarious trauma and build resiliency – even in the midst of overwhelming situations. \nMINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION FOUNDATION TRAINING\nYou will learn about the research and science of  self-compassion\,\nusing self-kindness as a motivator instead of self-criticism\,\nhandling difficult emotions with greater ease\,\nmanaging compassion fatigue. preventing burnout\nand teaching self-compassion to others. \nThis one day workshop will provide you with the science\, research and practices behind Mindful Self-Compassion\, an empirically-supported training program based on the pioneering research of Kristin Neff and the clinical perspective of Christopher Germer. \nMSC teaches core principles and practices that enable you (and your clients) to respond to life’s difficult moments with kindness\, care and understanding. \nRapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing\, reduced anxiety\, depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and satisfying personal relationships. \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone. It’s a skill that provides emotional strength and resilience\, allowing us to admit our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needed\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. \nJoin us for an experiential skill building day.  You will leave with practices and tools that you can begin to use immediately to help you learn to include yourself in your circle of compassion\, be kinder and more caring to yourself even in the midst of stress and suffering.\n \nPrice is $185.00 plus GST.\nEarly bird rate of $160 plus GST is available before March 31st\, 2017 \nRegister now for Workshop: Prevent Caregiver Burnout \n  \n \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-core-skills-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Self-Compassion Core Skills Workshop for Health Care Professionals
DESCRIPTION:For someone to develop genuine compassion towards others\,\n first he or she must have a basis upon which to cultivate compassion\,\n and that basis is the ability to connect to one’s own feelings and to care for one’s own welfare…\n Caring for others requires caring for oneself. –\n Tenzin Gyatso\, the 14th Dalai Lama\nBurgeoning research shows that self-compassion can help protect against stress and burnout. It is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing\, coping with life challenges\, lower levels of anxiety and depression\, healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and more satisfying personal relationships. This workshop will review the science\, research and practical skills proven to build self-compassion. You will leave with practices you can use immediately in your life and in your work with others. \nEarly Bird Price of $160.00 plus GST is available before February 28th\, 2017 \nClick here to Register for Self-Compassion Core Skills for Health Practitioners
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/self-compassion-training-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Bringing Compassion to the Table
DESCRIPTION:– holistic approach to food and body image struggles based on eating psychology\, mindful self-compassion\, body positivity and holistic nutrition\nThis program is for anyone who eats\, who calls themselves an emotional eater\, who is tired of dieting\, has a challenging relationship with food. \nAre you struggling with stress and mindless eating?  Hard on yourself about what you are eating\, when you eat or how much?  The thing is\, negative self-talk and constant self-criticism has a strong negative impact on digestion\, absorption and metabolism.  Self-criticism is shown to increase stress hormones which increase cellular inflammation\, premature aging and disease. \nThere is another way. A radically simple but effective way to shift our health\, our energy\, our metabolism and ultimately our happiness.  Mindfulness and self-compassion are skills you can learn to attend to your emotional needs with the same care and kindness you offer to those you love.  Kindfulness can help calm your nervous system and tame that hungry ghost. \nAfter participating in this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\nPractice self-kindness in daily life especially around your eating\nUnderstand the benefits of self-compassion to your health and wellbeing\nMotivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nTransform challenging relationships with food and body image\nLearn to include yourself in your circle of compassion\nPractice the art of savoring and self-appreciation\n\n  \nRegular price $185.00 plus GST.\n Early Bird Price available for tickets purchased before December 31st\, 2016. \nRegister for Workshop
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-training-for-emotional-eaters/
LOCATION:Centre for Compassion Inspired Health\, 678 Franklyn Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion 8 week Training Nanaimo
DESCRIPTION:        \nThe Centre for Compassion Inspired Health teaches Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) – an empirically-supported\, 8-week\, training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Christopher Germer\, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care and understanding. \nThe three key components of self-compassion are self-kindness\, a sense of common humanity\, and balanced\, mindful awareness. \nKindness opens our hearts to suffering\, so we can give ourselves what we need. Common humanity opens us to our essential interrelatedness\, so that we know we aren’t alone. Mindfulness opens us to the present moment\, so we can accept our experience with greater ease. Together they comprise a state of warm-hearted\, connected presence. \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone\, even those who didn’t receive enough affection in childhood or who feel uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. It’s a courageous attitude that stands up to harm\, including the harm that we unwittingly inflict on ourselves through self-criticism\, self-isolation\, or self-absorption. \nSelf-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience\, allows us to admit our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needs\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. \nRapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional well being\, less anxiety\, depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and satisfying personal relationships. And it’s easier than you think. \nAfter participating in this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\nPractice self-compassion in daily life\nUnderstand the empirically-supported benefits of self-compassion\nMotivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nTransform challenging relationships\, old and new\nManage caregiver fatigue\nPractice the art of savouring and self-appreciation\n\nProgram activities include meditation\, short talks\, experiential exercises\, group discussion\, and home practices. MSC is a workshop rather than a retreat. The goal is for participants to directly experience self-compassion and learn practices that evoke self-compassion in daily life. \nMSC is primarily a compassion training program rather than mindfulness training like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)\, although mindfulness is the foundation of self-compassion. MSC is also not psychotherapy insofar as the emphasis of MSC is on building emotional resources rather than addressing old wounds. Positive change occurs naturally as we develop the capacity to be with ourselves in a kinder\, more compassionate way. \nIt is said that “love reveals everything unlike itself.”  While some difficult emotions may arise when practicing self-compassion\, we are committed to providing a safe\, supportive environment for this process to unfold\, and to making the journey interesting and enjoyable for everyone. \nMSC includes 8 weekly sessions of 2 1/2 hours each\, in addition to a 4-hour retreat. Prior to registering\, participants should plan to attend every session and practice mindfulness and self-compassion at least 30 minutes per day throughout the program. \nFee for 24 hours of training $425.00 plus GST.\nSave your spot and register before January 1st\, 2017 Early bird registration fee is $375.00 plus GST.\n \nREGISTER FOR MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION 8 WEEK TRAINING \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/msc-8-week-intensive-parksville/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindful Self-Compassion
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion 8 Week Training: Nanaimo\, B.C.
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) – an empirically-supported\, 8-week\, training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Christopher Germer\, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care and understanding. \n\n\nThe three key components of self-compassion are self-kindness\, a sense of common humanity\, and balanced\, mindful awareness. \nKindness opens our hearts to suffering\, so we can give ourselves what we need. Common humanity opens us to our essential interrelatedness\, so that we know we aren’t alone. Mindfulness opens us to the present moment\, so we can accept our experience with greater ease. Together they comprise a state of warm-hearted\, connected presence. \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone\, even those who didn’t receive enough affection in childhood or who feel uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. It’s a courageous attitude that stands up to harm\, including the harm that we unwittingly inflict on ourselves through self-criticism\, self-isolation\, or self-absorption. \nSelf-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience\, allows us to admit our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needs\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. \nRapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing\, less anxiety\, depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and satisfying personal relationships. And it’s easier than you think. \nAfter participating in this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\nPractice self-compassion in daily life\nUnderstand the empirically-supported benefits of self-compassion\nMotivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nTransform challenging relationships\, old and new\nManage caregiver fatigue\nPractice the art of savoring and self-appreciation\n\nProgram activities include meditation\, short talks\, experiential exercises\, group discussion\, and home practices. MSC is a workshop rather than a retreat. The goal is for participants to directly experience self-compassion and learn practices that evoke self-compassion in daily life. \nMSC is primarily a compassion training program rather than mindfulness training like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)\, although mindfulness is the foundation of self-compassion. MSC is also not psychotherapy insofar as the emphasis of MSC is on building emotional resources rather than addressing old wounds. Positive change occurs naturally as we develop the capacity to be with ourselves in a kinder\, more compassionate way. \nIt is said that “love reveals everything unlike itself.”  While some difficult emotions may arise when practicing self-compassion\, we are committed to providing a safe\, supportive environment for this process to unfold\, and to making the journey interesting and enjoyable for everyone. \nMSC includes 8 weekly sessions of 2 1/2 hours each\, in addition to a 4-hour retreat. Prior to registering\, participants should plan to attend every session and practice mindfulness and self-compassion at least 30 minutes per day throughout the program.
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-ladysmith/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindful Self-Compassion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170108T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindful Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:“Actually\, when bad things happen to us\, we tend to have three unfortunate reactions:\nself-criticism\, self-isolation\, and self-absorption.\nSelf-compassion can direct us exactly in the opposite direction:\nself-kindness\, recognizing the common humanity in our experience\, and a balanced approach to negative emotions.” \nChristopher K. Germer\,\nThe Mindful Path to Self-Compassion:\nFreeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions \nStart the New Year with a different relationship with yourself.  \nLearn how to include yourself in your big heart.  \nStop abandoning yourself emotionally. \nLearn skills that can transform health and well-being. \n\n\n\n\nCurious about self-compassion? Wondering what all the fuss is about?\nThinking that maybe there is a kinder way to be with yourself? To have your own back – emotionally?\nOver 400 studies have shown that mindfulness and self-compassion practice reduce anxiety\, stress\, burnout and shame while improving health and well-being. \nThis introductory session will offer you an opportunity to dip your toe into the world of self-compassion. You will learn practices that you can take home and begin to use immediately for yourself – and others. \n\nSelf-compassion is a courageous mental attitude that stands up to harm—the harm that we inflict on ourselves every day by overworking\,overeating\, overanalyzing\, and overreacting. \nIt helps us recognize when we’re under stress face what’s happening in our lives (mindfulness)  and take a kinder approach to life’s challenges. \n\nThe location of this session on Sunday January 8th has been changed.  Space is limited.\n\nIf interested\, please contact Victoria directly at victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com\nor 2507130806.\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/self-compassion-for-anxiety-and-stress/
LOCATION:Centre for Compassion Inspired Health\, 678 Franklyn Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20170107T140000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to 'Bringing Compassion to the Table'
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is an introduction to Kindful Eating – a heart centred approach to caring for your whole self through compassionate eating and awareness. It is based on a philosophy of body-mind-spirit nutrition which takes into consideration not just what we eat\, but how we eat\, why we eat and who we are as eaters.\n  \n \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/bringing-compassion-to-the-table-introductory-session/
LOCATION:OmTown Yoga\, 43 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R5G3\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pawlowski":MAILTO:victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20161022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20161022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20161012T211813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161012T212857Z
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SUMMARY:Living Well with Rheumatoid Arthritis
DESCRIPTION:Public forum sponsored by The Arthritis Society\, BC & Yukon Division \nfeaturing \nDr. Alison Kydd\, Rheumatologist\nCeri Jakobsen\, Physiotherapist\nVictoria Pawlowski\, Nutritionist \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/rheumatoid-arthritis-public-forum/
LOCATION:The Grand Hotel\, 4898 Rutherford Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20161003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20161003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20150330T195459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161002T233957Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion 8 Week Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Self-compassion is a skill that can be learned by anyone\, even those who didn’t receive enough affection in childhood or who find it embarrassing to be kind to themselves. Self-compassion is a courageous mental attitude that stands up to harm—the harm that we inflict on ourselves every day by overworking\, overeating\, overanalyzing\, and overreacting.\n\nWith mindful self-compassion\, we’re better able to recognize when we’re under stress and face what’s happening in our lives (mindfulness) and to take a kinder and more sustainable approach to life’s challenges. Self-compassion gives emotional strength and resilience\, allowing us to recover more quickly from bruised egos to admit our shortcomings\, forgive ourselves\, and respond to ourselves and others with care and respect. After all\, making mistakes is part of being human.\n\nSelf-compassion also provides the support and inspiration required to make necessary changes in our lives and reach our full potential.\n\nMindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported\, 8-week training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Christopher Germer\, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care and understanding. \nFacilitators: \nVictoria Pawlowski\, RD.\,M.Ed.\, RCC and Carolena Ranger\, MA.\, RD.\nTrained Teachers of Mindful Self-Compassion \nRegister Now for Early Bird Rate \nThis 24 hour course includes 8 sessions plus a 1/2 day silent retreat.and is a prerequisite course for the Mindful Self-Compassion Teachers Training. \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/msc-8-week-intensive-nanaimo/
LOCATION:Centre for Compassion Inspired Health\, 678 Franklyn Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindful Self-Compassion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pawlowski":MAILTO:victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20160404T000417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160718T165844Z
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SUMMARY:Lateral Kindness\, Grace and Sustainable Compassion
DESCRIPTION:– experiential skill building workshop for cultivating and sustaining compassion for ourselves\,our colleagues and the world\nAs health professionals\, we have the privilege of hearing people’s stories and witnessing their journey through difficult times with food\, nutrition\, health\, and healing. Transforming this conversation into a dialogue that maintains our professional credibility\, is grounded in lateral kindness and corrects inequities in power\, requires many skills. To hear and deeply honour others\, we need to be grounded in kindness\, have open hearts\, understand common humanity and have tools to manage our own reactions and triggers.  \n\nThis experiential pre-conference workshop will focus on: \n– cultivating compassionate vs competitive mindset\n– caring for self while engaging and caring for others\n– managing stress and preventing burnout\n– handling difficult emotions with greater ease\n– transforming challenging relationships with lateral kindness\n– motivating self with kindness instead of criticism or competition\n– understanding the research and brain science behind self-compassion\n– teaching mindful self-compassion skills we can offer to others \nVictoria Pawlowski RD.\, M.Ed (U.Toronto)\, RCC.\, and\nCarolena Ranger\, MA\, RD\, CAM (Royal Roads)\,\nCo-founders of The Centre for Compassion Inspired Health\nTrained Teachers of Mindful Self-Compassion.   \n\n\n  \n  \nStories\, Science and the Social:  6th Critical Dietetics Conference\, Granada\, Spain\nCritical Dietetics originated as a movement in June 2009 and while it is located in dietetics\, it also embraces multiple disciplines and perspectives. \nThe 6th Critical Dietetics Conference will encourage exploration of the role stories and silences play in shaping the complex links between clinical practice\, community health\, and ideological agendas. The following questions only begin to articulate the conversations emerging: \n\nHow do the stories we tell individually and collectively influence what makes the “food and nutrition” map and what falls outside it?\nHow far can we talk about our own U-­turns and failures as a source of knowledge and wisdom?\nCan tangled personal-­political\, creative\, spiritual and embodied perspectives find a place in knowledge creation without jeopardizing professional credibility?\nHow can we receive other’s responses so that sharing stories is liberating rather than stifling?\nIn what ways can we use stories to create room for bringing more of the situated self into practice\, inquiry\, and teaching?\nHow might we talk about our emotional\, spiritual\, and embodied selves in ways that shed light on power in order to address inequity and correct privilege\, thus ensuring a diverse dietetic profession?\nHow might we put to words/story/music practitioners’ struggles with the emotional and embodied aspects of our work?\n\n  \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/lateral-kindness-grace-and-sustainable-compassion/
LOCATION:6th International Critical Dietetics Conference\, Grenada\, Spain
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pawlowski":MAILTO:victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160611T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20150429T143700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160612T021218Z
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SUMMARY:Nourishing Mind\, Body & Yoga Practice
DESCRIPTION:taking the practice of yoga and meditation from the mat to the plate.\n“Soulful eating is about pleasure\, slow\, the nuances of the meal\, a bit of sensuality\, \nsome smiles\, some hearty laughs\, celebration\, connection\, and a sweet communal experience” \nThrough discussion\, guided meditation\, journalling and reflection\, we will explore\nhow our yoga and meditation practice can support our eating\nand how our eating can support our yoga and meditation practice \n\nSlowing Down\nNoticing and Allowing\nGetting Curious about our Hunger(s)\nBringing in more pleasure and sweetness\nEating to the Point of Energy\nRhythm\nCompassionate Body Image\nBefriending your Inner Critic\nFood and Mood\nSelf-Compassion Break\nYour Nutritional Story\n\nTeachers: \nVictoria Pawlowski\, RD.\, M.Ed.\, RCC\, Trained Teacher of Mindful Self-Compassion\nVictoria has worked in the area of nutritional health for over 30 years including her work as Regional Nutritionist with BC Ministry of Health (where she developed small business workplace health awareness programs); Vancouver Health Department (where she co-foundied East Vancouver Farmers Market with colleague Carolena Ranger); Capers Whole Foods Markets\, Vancouver\, BC (where she chaired Capers Integrated Health Network\, developed nutrition resources and worked as media spokesperson) and Whole Foods Markets\, Vancouver\, BC (where she developed and taught ‘Mindful Eating for Babies and their Families’ programs)  Victoria currently works in her private practice in Nanaimo\, B.C. where she integrates her training in clinical nutrition\, holistic nutrition\, mind body nutrition\, eating psychology\, integrated body psychotherapy\, mindfulness and self-compassion training to offer a unique\, strengths based approach to health and healing. \nCarolena Ranger\, MA. RD.\, Trained Teacher of Mindfulness based Stress Reduction & Mindful Self-Compassion\nCarolena worked as the Nutritionist with REACH Community Health Centre for over 25 years where she counselled thousands of clients\, taught Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction programs\, facilitated Vancouver Food Policy Council and initiated many innovate community development food security programs.  Carolena currently works as Nutrition Consultant for Tsowtunlelum Nation on Nanoose Territory. \nVictoria and Carolena are cofounders of The Centre for Compassion where they offer counselling and group programs \nTickets available at Omtown \n  \nFeedback from past workshops: \nMy biggest take away will be to be more kindful to myself in regards to eating.  I loved the idea of eating to the point of energy. Thank you. \nA radical way of being with food.  How sweetness translates fro our lives to our plate. Going back to basics. \n\nI realized that I have created a lot of stress around food in my life – what and how much  – and I want to shift that.\n\nI got more eye opening thoughts around food and healthy eating to move forward towards overall health.  \n\nEverything was presented in a way that made sense to me. \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-eating-and-nutrition/
LOCATION:OmTown Yoga\, 43 Commercial Street\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R5G3\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160428
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20160402T145331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160428T175206Z
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SUMMARY:Prevent Burnout & Manage Stress with Foundation Skills Training in Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Lateral Kindness and Sustainable Compassion requires us to learn to include ourselves in our circle of compassion. Otherwise we burn out and get irritable\, crabby\, depressed and frustrated.\nSustainable Compassion can be learned.  It starts with coming back to ourselves.  Tuning in.  Connecting with how we too are suffering at times while witnessing\, caring for and supporting others. \nThis skill building workshop will teach practical skills that will help participants \n\n\nremain calm and caring in challenging situations\ncultivate self-kindness\nhandle difficult emotions with greater ease\ntransform challenging relationships\ncare for self while caring for others\nuse kindness as a motivator instead of criticism\n\n\nParticipation in this workshop is limited to staff of Lil’Wat Nation.\n If you are interested in scheduling a workshop for your organization\,\nplease contact us at info@compassioninspiredhealth.com 250.754.0806. \n  \n\nEvaluations from April 27th\, 2016\nWorkshop with Lil’Wat Health and Healing \n\nThank you for your good words and tools and for your gentle way to deal with suffering for ourselves and others and the dance of life. I will use these tools every day because we dance with ourselves and others every day. This was a great presentation\, gentle\, kind and compassionate. \n\nThe workshop was very good. I loved the ‘One Breath for Me\, One Breath for You’ exercise because it reminds me that I don’t have to fix everything. The workshop had a nice safe feeling. I am happy you had a ‘rover’ to help keep the room safe and balanced with a loving eye. \n\nI loved everything about this workshop. I loved the ‘laid back’ facilitation of such deep material. I loved getting the opportunity to practice the different stages/types of self-care meditation. This was healing and therapeutic. If I am healthy\, I can help others be healthier by sharing good healing energy. Thank you for sharing this life-changing technique of learning to love myself like I deserve. \n\nI enjoyed the part where we had a visit from ‘a compassionate friend’ to listen to us and tell us that things are all good. I needed that visit from my great grandmother to ground me\, to make me realize everything is alright. We started to sing a hmm together in our language\, which was my grounding. \n\nI loved everything about this workshop. Thank you. \n\nI loved that it is ok to think of self first. I matter and I am good enough. I suggest more feedback from the group to go in the ‘parking lot’.  \n\nI loved the practical ways we learned to practice self-compassion and why it is not selfish to do that. \n\nI loved the message. It’s a huge deal to be told to put yourself first. My favorite activity was the ‘Compassionate Listening’. It was great. Thanks. \nI loved that this workshop was about ‘self’ because I always need to work on self-compassion. \n\nI loved the whole workshop. It is always good to learn and have more tools to work with. I needed to learn how to have compassion and love for myself. I suggest having a microphone for participants so we could hear what others were saying.  \n\nI loved that this workshop gives people permission to take time to care for themselves. I would have liked more movement and physical exercises. \n\nGood presentation\, well-paced\, knowledgeable facilitators. Wonderful\, acknowledging inspirational content. This is good for everybody to hear and experience again and again. May think about making this a 2 day workshop to give time for participants to get a real firm grasp of the material. \n\nSorry but I use a different method. This may work but I found something else that works for me. What works for some\, doesn’t work for everyone. \n\nI needed this. Thank you for everything you taught me.  \nI loved the clarity and how we participated in all activities. I understand more and feel like I’ m not alone. Continue with your good work. \n\nIt is time to address the issue of self-compassion. I am my worst critic. I can remember and recall all of the bad. It seems like I am the one that keeps bringing it all up. No one else knows. It’s time to let it go and love myself. \n\nI loved the time to be here and the sharing because it opened up space for healing.  \n\nI enjoyed the gentleness and not being pressured to do anything that is uncomfortable for self. I don’t like being pressured and I am sure I am not alone.  \n\nI loved just being together with everyone because I hardly see everyone as I usually work when they all go home. I loved learning self-love\, inner voice\, that I am not alone and that there are a lot of similar feelings for everyone. \nI loved learned about Sustainable Compassion and understanding what it is. It gives me another tool to use in my life and with others.  \n\nI loved learning some techniques for listening and learning that I don’t have to ‘fix’ everything I hear from everyone I speak with.  \n\nThis workshop was all helpful. I loved having the chance to learn new tools and to care for myself in a good and positive way.
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/preventing-burnout-and-managing-stress-with-mindfulness-self-compassion-2/
LOCATION:Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre\, 4584 Blackcomb Way\, Whistler\, BC\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pawlowski":MAILTO:victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160407
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20151216T021329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160402T142417Z
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SUMMARY:Integrated Body Psychotherapy Sessions with Jana Ziman
DESCRIPTION:Jana Ziman\, R.C.C.\, is a Certified Teacher of Integrated Body Psychotherapy and a Kundalini Yoga Instructor\,\nwho will be offering individual counselling sessions every Tuesday.\nContact Jana at janaziman@shaw.ca to book your appointment. \nKundaliniyogahealing.com
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/integrated-body-psychotherapy-with-jana-zinman/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20160226T000338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160314T191410Z
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SUMMARY:Embodied Mindfulness Yoga Class (4-week Series)
DESCRIPTION:Come and relax the body and mind\, restore health and wellbeing\, and reconnect to yourself. This four week series is designed to bring about relaxation through slow movement\, fully supported restorative yoga postures\, and meditation. Healing touch and sound therapy also support this gentle practice. Allow yourself to surrender and settle in to your inner self as you are guided within using embodied mindfulness. \nWEDNESDAYS MARCH 30 – APRIL 20\n7:00-8:00\n$60 for 4-class series\nOPTIONAL MEDITATION 8:00-8:30 by donation (to The Haven Society)
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/embodied-mindfulness-yoga-class-4-week-series-wednesday-515-pm/
LOCATION:Centre for Compassion Inspired Health\, 678 Franklyn Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dee Montie":MAILTO:deemontie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160327
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20151206T185117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160302T041531Z
UID:5811-1458950400-1459036799@compassioninspiredhealth.com
SUMMARY:Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Foundation Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:If your compassion doesn’t include yourself\, it is not complete.  Jack Kornfield\, author and meditation teacher \nIt can seem impossible to both care for others who are suffering and care for ourselves. \nBut there is a way.  Mindfulness and Self-Compassion practices have been proven to protect against compassion and caregiver fatigue while building resiliency within ourselves. \nThis one day program will provide you with some of the skills and practices from the Mindful Self-Compassion Program developed by Dr.Christopher Germer (Harvard) and Dr. Kristin Neff (Texas).Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) – an empirically-supported training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. \nThe research has been exploding the past 20 years and found a strong positive association between mindfulness and self-compassion with reduced anxiety\, depression\, stress\, perfectionism and burnout\, while at the same time increasing feelings of life satisfaction\, healthy behaviours and overall well-being. \nThe goal of this workshop is for participants to have an opportunity to directly experience mindfulness and self-compassion.  You will leave with a toolkit of practices that can help you cultivate more compassion in your life for yourself and others. You will learn how to motivate yourself with kindness\, instead of self-criticism; how to regulate difficult emotions\, have your own back when stressed or overwhelmed and treat yourself with the same care and kindness you offer to those you love.   Register Now \n  \nComments from past participant:\n“I loved the content and the way it was taught.  Short talks\, videos\, guided meditations and reflections made this learning profoundly immediate and doable.  Thank you for creating such a warm and safe space to learn mindfulness and self-compassion. The tone of your voices embodied kindness and caring.” \nfor more feedback from past participants see Testimonials
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Centre for Compassion Inspired Health\, 678 Franklyn Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pawlowski":MAILTO:victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160312
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20160307T052302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160307T052922Z
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SUMMARY:Preventing Burnout and Managing Stress with Mindfulness & Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Workshop for Board Members of the First Nations Health Director’s Association\nThis evidence-based skill building workshop will help participants cultivate emotional strength and resilience to manage personal and work stressors and prevent burnout. Mindful Self-Compassion practice helps us train our mind to respond with kindness and caring\, even in the midst of overwhelming and stressful situations. It is a skill anyone can learn and cultivate. Over 400 studies have found a strong reduction in anxiety\, depression\, stress and shame along with an increase in health habits\, life satisfaction at home and at work\, and compassion for others.  \n\nIn this experiential one-day workshop\, participants will learn practical skills that will help them: \nhandle difficult emotions with greater ease\ntransform challenging relationships – old and new\ncare for yourself while caring for others\nmotivate yourself with kindness instead of criticism\nunderstand the research and brain science behind self-compassion\nremain calm in the midst of difficult situations\ncultivate self-kindness even if you didn’t receive enough as a child \nPresented by Experienced Culturally Sensitive Facilitators \nVictoria Pawlowski RD.\, M.Ed (U.Toronto).\, RCC.\, and Carolena Ranger\, MA\, RD\, CAM (Royal Rodes)\, are cofounders of The Centre for Compassion Inspired Health and trained teachers of Mindful Self-Compassion. Victoria is an integrative psychotherapist and approved mental health provider with First Nations Health Authority (HBP\, IRSHSP).  She has many years experience working with First Nations Health and Family Advancement Programs. Carolena has extensive experience working with the urban aboriginal population through her years in community development and management with REACH Community Health Centre in East Vancouver. Currently she is a consultant with Tsow Tun Le Lum Treatment Centre on Nanoose First Nation Territory.  \nReview from past participants: \nYvette Ringham-Cowan\, Facilitator\, Cultural Safety Programs\, Vancouver Island Health Authority “I loved the opportunity to (participate in your workshop)\, explore self-compassion in a personal/spiritual way\, to practice with others and to connect with our common humanity. Knowing I am not alone\, but instead a part and together with others on this journey of life.  It was awesome. Thank you” \n\nAndrew Butler\, Manager\, Urban Aboriginal Strategy\, IAND “Thank you for the excellent workshop with experienced and dedicated facilitators. Great job. Everyone can benefit from this course”. \nAndrea Hunter\, Seniors Health\, Vancouver Island Health Authority  “What I loved most about this workshop was the experiential learning\, holding such safe space for such honest reflection & dialogue\, skilled facilitators who embody Mindful Self-Compassion\, the ‘out of head’ opportunity and the practice. Thank you!
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/preventing-burnout-and-managing-stress-with-mindfulness-self-compassion/
LOCATION:First Nations Health Director’s Association\, 501-100 Park Royal South\, West Vancouver\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Pawlowski":MAILTO:victoria@compassioninspiredhealth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160106T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20160106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20150111T050721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160111T175424Z
UID:5874-1452108600-1452112200@compassioninspiredhealth.com
SUMMARY:Embodied Mindfulness: weekly yoga and meditation classes
DESCRIPTION:Combine the healing effects of mindfulness meditation\, gentle\, restorative yoga postures and therapeutic touch\nRelax mind and body\nRestore health and well-being\nReconnect to yourself4 week session $60\nSmall personalized classes maximum 6 people \n \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/embodied-mindfulness/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dee Montie":MAILTO:deemontie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151205T163000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20150831T034046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151118T013646Z
UID:5300-1449307800-1449333000@compassioninspiredhealth.com
SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion Core Skills for Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This one day workshop will provide you with the science\, research and practices behind Mindful Self-Compassion\, an empirically-supported training program based on the pioneering research of Kristin Neff and the clinical perspective of Christopher Germer. \nMSC teaches core principles and practices that enable you (and your clients) to respond to life’s difficult moments with kindness\, care and understanding. \nRapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing\, reduced anxiety\, depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and satisfying personal relationships. \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone. It’s a skill that provides emotional strength and resilience\, allowing us to admit our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needed\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. \nThrough talks\, exercises\, meditation\, discussion\, poetry\, and short films this program shows you how to: \n\nPractice self-compassion in daily life\nUnderstand the science of self-compassion\nMotivate yourself with  rather than criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nManage compassion fatigue\nTeach self- exercises to others\n\nJoin us for a beautiful retreat day on Westwood Lake.\n$185 plus GST includes lunch. \nEarly Bird Rate of $160 plus GST available before Nov 15th. \nStudent Rate $92.50 plus GST \nREGISTER HERE: Mindful Self-Compassion Core Skills for Professionals \nComments from past participants: \n“very calming\, validating and relaxing.  These practices can be used anywhere.  Loved the meditations” \n“loved learning how to be more insightful\, compassionate and kind to myself and my patients” \n“loved the simple tools and meditations” \n“it was great. I loved being in a compassionate environment” \n“the workshop allowed me mindful self-reflection which I never take the time to do – avoiding ‘me’ is no longer an option” \n“recognizing the negative critical inner voice and changing it to a compassionate one helps me with my self-doubt\, dread and anxiety” \n“immediately applicable..” \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindfulness-and-self-compassion-core-skills/
LOCATION:The Grand Hotel\, 4898 Rutherford Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151107T163000
DTSTAMP:20260610T051307
CREATED:20150926T011859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151106T233412Z
UID:5478-1446888600-1446913800@compassioninspiredhealth.com
SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion One Day Core Skills Workshop
DESCRIPTION:New to Calgary! Mindful Self-Compassion Core Skills Training. Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an outstanding didactic and experiential training workshop where you learn the powerful practices of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion from inside out: that is by applying Mindful Self-Compassion in our lives\, we can better use it in our work for more effective engagement and interventions.\nIn this training workshop you will be presented with new evidence-based strategies to manage stress\, anxiety\, depression\, pain and other conditions but as well you will be introduced to new powerful micro self-care practices.  The aim of the workshops is two-fold: firstly\, to enhance skills and secondly\, to apply self-care practices so that at the end of the workshop you feel refreshed and revitalized. \nMindfulness increases our ability to deal with the inevitable stresses and struggles with more calm. When we add Self-Compassion to Mindfulness we greatly increase the power of transformation and capacity for happiness. Mindful Self-Compassion is about being present with connection and warmth during times of pain and struggles. During the training program you will be introduced to powerful tools to soothe\, to calm as well as strategies  to promote emotional strength\, resilience\, flexibility\, acceptance and positive motivation that you can practice in your daily life and teach your clients. Mindful Self-Compassion is about learning to ease difficult emotions\, care for others compassionately\,  be more fully ourselves in our roles. It has changed the life of many professionals as well as their clients. \nThis Mindful Self-Compassion training Program is for people who would like to feel more calm\, vibrant and compassionate from the inside out.  We already know the power of compassion.  We use it everyday when we care for others. It contains what we all yearn for… feelings of acceptance\, comfort\, kindness and love. But what would happens if we turn this power onto ourselves? \nMindful Self-compassion(MSC) is a brave new way to care for ourselves that is uplifting and empowering. The training program consist of easy\, simple ways to soothe and calm in times of stress while increasing the ability to resolve challenges and to enjoy life.  Once we can learn those skills for ourselves we can teach them effectively to others. Everyone will benefit! \nSelf-compassion transforms lives. It is re-defined as the ability to care\, to soothe and to comfort but also to strengthen when it is needed. It is revolutionizing self-care and emotional coping skills in psychology. Mindful Self-Compassion is a new skill building program to harness the power to cultivate inner strengths; to courageously attend to difficulties with understanding and kindness to empower the self. Developing self-compassion is to acquire an attitude of good-will towards the self and to be able to skillfully attend to the self  when times are tough in order to resolve challenges. \nMindfulness and Self-Compassion is not sainthood\, self-indulgence\, narcissism or self-pity but a new way to relate to shame\, anger\, anxiety and distress by reconnecting with the self and others in order to ease  pain and gain greater emotional strength\, resilience and well-being. The practice of self-compassion can create dramatic changes for the better in all aspects. Mindful Self-Compassion teaches how to be aware in the present moment when difficult feelings arise(mindfulness) an how to by-pass our negative thinking bias or default mode to respond more effectively. \nMindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported\, training program designed to cultivate the skill of mindfulness\, meditation and self-compassion based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Christopher Germer. It includes the latest techniques from the science of well-being and positive psychology.  Mindful Self-Compassion teaches practices\, to respond to difficult moments with kindness\, understanding and resilience. \nMindful Self-Compassion can be learned by anyone. Self-compassion is a courageous attitude that stands up to harm\, including the harm that we unwittingly inflict on ourselves through self-criticism\, self-isolation\, and self-absorption. It promotes social and emotional intelligence\, allowing us to admit our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with self-kindness\, practice self-forgiveness when needed as well as relate wholeheartedly to others and be more authentically ourselves. \nResearch findings over the last 30 years support the benefits of the practice of mindfulness\, meditation and self-compassion  promoting better health\, well-being\, satisfying relationships and higher functioning at home and in the work place. More specifically it: \n– Increases resilience to stress\, fostering emotional strengths and flexibility\n– Promotes emotional regulation\, relaxation and calm\n– Activates brain circuits to promote well-being\, confidence\, problem-solving and creativity\n– Reduces risk of illness by boosting the positive effects of the vagus nerve and strengthening the immune system\n– Promote healthy lifestyle habits such as diet/exercise\, to assist in maintaining healthy weight\n– Increases happiness\, curiosity\, enthusiasm\, commitment\, inspiration\, and excitement\, while decreasing negative emotions\n– Promotes better communication\, social intelligence and stronger relationships\n– Increases ability to focus\, to concentrate\, to be open to new ways\, to innovate\n– Promotes leadership skills\n– Increases life satisfaction\, social connectedness\, vitality\, optimism and joy of living \n  \n  \n  \nYes I would like to register for Mindful Self-Compassion Core Skills now \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-for-health-professionals/
LOCATION:Parkdale Community Centre\, 3512 - 5 Ave NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2N 0V7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Teachers and staff are increasingly being asked to do more with less and to deal with very complex social situations in their classroom and school environment.  And we are seeing increasing stress\, burnout and compassion fatigue.  It can all seem like too much at times.  Some wonder if it is even possible  to take care of yourself AND be there for your students\, your colleagues\, your community and your family? \nNew research in neurophysiology shows that Mindful Self-Compassion practices can help prevent stress\, fatigue\, and burnout on the front line.  This workshop will introduce the research and practice that have been show to make all the difference.  You will take away practices you can start using immediately with yourself and your students. \n  \nCompassionIt Lesson Plan \nMindfulness in Schools \n  \n 
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-for-educators/
LOCATION:ProD Day for SD#61\, Victoria\, BC
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SUMMARY:Therapeutic Yoga & Meditation
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URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/yoga-therapy-with-dee-montie/
LOCATION:Compassion Inspired Health\, Old City Quarter\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 2Y2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion 5 day Retreat Nanaimo
DESCRIPTION:Rapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing\, reduced anxiety\, depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and satisfying personal relationships. \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone. It’s a skill that provides emotional strength and resilience\, allowing us to admit our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needed\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. \nThrough talks\, exercises\, meditation\, discussion\, poetry\, and short films this program shows you how to: \n\nPractice self-compassion in daily life\nUnderstand the science of self-compassion\nMotivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nManage caregiver fatigue\nTeach self-compassion exercises to clients\n\nThis program is open to helping professionals and anyone wishing to bring more self-compassion into their life.
URL:https://compassioninspiredhealth.com/event/mindful-self-compassion-5-day-retreat-nanaimo/
LOCATION:The Haven\, 240 DAVIS RD\, Gabriola Island\, British Columbia\, V0R 1X1\, Canada
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