Learn to support and resource yourself with this 8-week program designed to cultivate the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion.About this Event
Metro Tech is partnered with Meditation Rebound, LLC to bring you an enlightening and transformative experience! Based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff, PhD, and the clinical expertise of Christopher K. Germer, PhD, Mindful Self-Compassion teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness, care, and understanding. Discover the power of self-compassion and learn practical techniques to cultivate a kinder relationship with yourself.
Rapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with greater resilience, 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.
Benefits May Include:
- Increased resilience
- Enhanced emotional wellbeing
- Decreased rumination and fear of failure
- Reduced anxiety and depression
- Increased feelings of optimism, curiosity, and connectedness
- Positive impacts on workplace absenteeism
Reserve your spot today!
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically supported in-person 8-week program, held twice a week for 90-minutes each, plus a 3-hour retreat on Saturday of week 5. Participants will meet at the Metro Tech Downtown Business Campus, a vibrant location that fosters a positive learning environment with convenient parking next door. Immerse yourself in a supportive community and gain valuable tools to enhance your wellbeing. Don't miss this opportunity to build your self-compassion and cultivate a more mindful approach to life.
You will gain practical experience through mixed-method training including short talks, experiential exercises, group discussions, meditation, home practices, and tips to implement the training in your workplace.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand core principles and practices of self-compassion
- Respond to difficult moments with kindness, care, and understanding
- Explore emotional regulation techniques and strategies
- Counter stress, burnout, and feelings of isolation
After participating in MSC, you’ll be able to:
- Practice self-compassion in daily life
- Understand the empirically-supported benefits of self-compassion
- Motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism
- Handle difficult emotions with greater ease
- Transform challenging relationships, old and new
- Manage caregiver fatigue
- Practice the art of savoring and self-appreciation
Course Includes:
A workbook to track your progress and 27 hours classroom hours guided by a trained expert
Prerequisites:
Everyone is welcome, including people of all backgrounds and identities. No previous experience with mindfulness or meditation is required to attend MSC, but a willingness to explore mindfulness practices and enhance self-compassion is recommended.
Audience:
- Athletes
- HR professionals
- Educators
- Healthcare professionals
- Emergency Responders
- Military Service Members
- Leaders and workforce members
- EVERYONE ACROSS ALL SECTORS, especially those in STRESSFUL JOB CONDITIONS
Refund Policy:
Prior to registering, participants should plan to attend every session and practice mindfulness and self-compassion throughout the program. Due to limited seating, we request that any cancellation is made at least seven days or more in advance of the scheduled class start date. You may cancel by phone at 405-595-4090 or by email to [email protected]. If you must cancel your class, we offer you a refund minus Eventbrite fees, currently $28.67 and subject to change without notice. If you do not cancel prior to 48 hours from the scheduled class start date, you will forfeit the payment for the class.
Metro Technology Centers believes in the worth of all individuals and is committed to equal opportunity for each employee, student or any person visiting a District campus. Metro Technology Centers does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, religion, pregnancy, or genetic information or disability in its programs, services, activities and employment.
Event Venue
Metro Tech Downtown Business Campus - Corporate Tower - THIRD FLOOR, 101 North Robinson Avenue, Oklahoma City, United States
USD 400.00
