My Self-Compassion Journey

My Self-Compassion Journey

Jan 6, 2020 | Mindfulness, Self-Compassion

In 2014 I found myself at a week long intensive training in Mindful Self-Compassion on Whidbey Island, Washington and the trajectory of my life changed. The practices resonated deeply and challenged my inner self-critic that had been running the show for too long. I...
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How to be a Body Positive Ally

Jun 24, 2019 | Uncategorized

I’m being good.”
“Just two chips.”
“Cheat day.”
“I feel fat.”
“Make good choices.”
“Counting calories.”
“I ate so badly on the weekend, need to go to the gym, lose 10 kilos, feel so fat, doing a cleanse.”

Chances are, you’ve heard these phrases before. You’ve probably said a few of them too, no matter what your size or relationship with your body.

They may seem harmless, but what you are saying to your fat friend, colleague or family member is: I am doing my very best to not be like you.

Mindful Self-Compassion 5 Day Intensive

Mindful Self-Compassion 5 Day Intensive

Apr 10, 2019

This 5 Day Retreat offers the same training as the 8 week Mindful Self-Compassion Training in a more intense and condensed format. It offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and the teachings, while exploring new practices and integrating them into your life.

The Journey by Mary Oliver

The Journey by Mary Oliver

Mar 26, 2019 | Inspiration, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion

Leaving the self-critical voice behind and choosing kindness.  Enjoy this poem by the late Mary Oliver. One day you finally knew what you had to do, and began, though the voices around you kept shouting their bad advice – – – though the whole house began to tremble...