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SUMMARY:Presence and Self-Compassion Urban Retreat for Therapists\, Educators and Caregivers:  Mindful Drumming\, Photography and Meditation
DESCRIPTION:February 29\, 2020 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE \nOffering compassionate care and teaching can be immensely rewarding\, yet emotionally demanding for helping professionals\, caregivers\, and educators. Sustained attention and care of others\, as a therapist\, educator\, parent or child of aging parents\, without a balance of compassion and care for self\, can lead to burn-out and exhaustion. \nThis urban retreat provides an opportunity for self-care\, restoration and connection. Innovative tools for cultivating presence\, such as drumming\, photography\, mindfulness and self-compassion will be practiced together. These tools provide creative and playful ways to cultivate presence and self-compassion. \nWith the cultivation of presence and self-compassion\, we can develop greater trust in our ability to move through work and life challenges with greater ease\, while feeling energized\, calm\, and centered. This can help us to return to our work and care of others\, with greater attention\, energy\, and purpose\, while balancing care for ourselves. \nIDEAL FOR PEOPLE AT A BEGINNER OR EXPERIENCED LEVEL OF PRACTICE WITH MEDITATION\, DRUMMING OR PHOTOGRAPHY \nWhere: Centre for MindBody Health (CMBH)\n250 Eglinton Avenue West\, Suite 200 \nFacilitator: Dr. Shari Geller \nFee: $195 \nThe retreat will explore: \n\nAn empirically validated model of therapeutic presence\nSelf-compassion and mindfulness practices for cultivating presence\, resiliency & self-care\nHow group drumming can increase vitality\, social connectedness and well-being\nMindful photography as a tool for attention regulation\, attunement and resiliency\n\nIncluded will be: \n\nTake home tools and practices for cultivating self-compassion and presence\nDrums and rhythm instruments\nLunch\nYou need to bring or arrange for: A camera\, preferably SLR or digital with a zoom lens\n\nCancellation Policy: \nIf registration is cancelled up to 7 days before the start date\, a full refund less a $50 administration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be issued after Feb. 22\, 2020. If a workshop or retreat is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, a full fee refund will be issued. If circumstances allow\, you will be notified no less than a week before the workshop or retreat begins. \nWhat others have said about Shari’s Mindful Drumming and Photography Retreat:\n \n“The workshop was a pretty unique and exciting experience for me.” \n“Incredible”“(The) experience of various sounds helping me be more in touch with myself\, and to “stay with myself” moment by moment.” \n“I’m still thinking about the workshop every day. I’m making a bigger effort to be mindful. ” \n” (An) experience of fun and playfulness and enjoyment throughout the whole workshop\, while also experiencing community with others and a deepening and healing within myself.” \n” (The) photography process helped me notice much more of the “right now”; to see what I would otherwise have completely “not seen”; to experience “being very present” and feeling “oneness” with what I was observing \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE \nFor more information please email Camilla@sharigeller.ca
URL:https://www.cmbh.ca/event/presence-and-self-compassion-urban-retreat-for-therapists-educators-and-caregivers-mindful-drumming-photography-and-meditation/
LOCATION:CMBH\, 505 Eglinton Ave West\, Suite 200\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5N 1B1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Presence and Self-Compassion Retreat for Therapists\, Educators & Caregivers:  Mindful Drumming\, Photography & Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This two-day retreat takes place in the stunning Beaver Valley. The retreat is facilitated by Dr. Shari Geller\, skilled at creating a safe and supportive environment to deepen understanding of therapeutic presence and self-compassion through\, theory\, practice and play. \nIDEAL FOR PEOPLE AT A BEGINNER OR EXPERIENCED LEVEL OF PRACTICE WITH MEDITATION\, DRUMMING OR PHOTOGRAPHY \nOffering compassionate care and teaching can be immensely rewarding\, yet emotionally demanding for helping professionals\, caregivers\, and educators. Sustained attention and care of others\, as a therapist\, educator\, parent or child of aging parents\, without a balance of compassion and care for self\, can lead to burn-out and exhaustion. \nThis retreat provides an opportunity for self-care\, restoration and connection in a beautiful setting. Innovative tools for cultivating presence\, such as drumming\, photography\, mindfulness and self-compassion will be practiced together. These tools provide creative and playful ways to cultivate presence and self-compassion. \nWith the cultivation of presence and self-compassion\, we can develop greater trust in our ability to move through work and life challenges with greater ease\, while feeling energized\, calm\, and centered. This can help us to return to our work and care of others\, with greater attention\, energy\, and purpose\, while balancing care for ourselves. \nThis retreat takes place in the magical Beaver Valley in Grey/Bruce county\, where the beauty of nature can support our cultivation of presence\, self-compassion and overall wellbeing. \n  \nWhen: October 19 & 20\, 2019 10:00 – 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: Beaver Valley in Grey Highlands – Northeast of Flesherton \n  \nEarly Bird Cost: $420 (if received by Sept. 20\, 2019)  \nRegular Cost: $470\n \n[button title=”Click here to register through EVENTBRITE” link=”https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/presence-and-self-compassion-retreat-for-therapists-educators-and-caregivers-mindful-drumming-tickets-62785388788″ target=”_blank” align=”” icon=”” icon_position=”” color=”#20B6CF” font_color=”#fff” size=”2″ full_width=”” class=”” download=”” rel=”” onclick=””] \nCancellation policy: If registration is cancelled up to 7 days before the start date\, a full refund less a $75 administration fee will be refunded. Registration fees do not include flights\, accommodation or other costs. If a workshop or retreat is cancelled due to insufficient registration\, a full fee refund (not including flight\, hotel or other costs) will be issued. If circumstances allow\, you will be notified no less than a week before the workshop or retreat begins. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION AND INFO TO REGISTER PLEASE CONTACT: \nCamilla@sharigeller.ca\n416-855-2624 ext 1 \nOR Visit http://sharigeller.ca/events.php \nDr. Shari Geller\, Ph.D.\, C.Psych.\, is an author\, teacher\, and clinical psychologist. She is the founder of the Therapeutic Rhythm and Mindfulness Program. Shari has a long-term mindfulness meditation practice and has recently completed the Mindful SelfCompassion Teacher Training (MSC). Her publications include her recent book: A Practical Guide for Cultivating Therapeutic Presence and Therapeutic Presence: A Mindful Approach to Effective Therapy coauthored with Leslie Greenberg. She is the co-director of the Centre for MindBody Health (CMBH)\, in Toronto\, Canada. http://www.sharigeller.ca \n[button title=”Click here to download PDF Flyer” link=”http://www.cmbh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/PSC-TRM-Fall-Retreat-2019_Email.pdf” target=”_blank” align=”” icon=”” icon_position=”” color=”#20B6CF” font_color=”#fff” size=”2″ full_width=”” class=”” download=”” rel=”” onclick=””]
URL:https://www.cmbh.ca/event/cultivating-presence-self-compassion-a-weekend-retreat-of-mindful-drumming-photography-meditation/
LOCATION:Beaver Valley in Grey Highlands\, 235296 Grey Rd 13\, Kimberley\, Ontario\, N0C 1G0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:8 Week Mindful Self-Compassion Program
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays Evenings from 6:30 – 9:00 pm  \nSILENT RETREAT: Sat. Nov. 16th 9:00 am– 1:00 pm  \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. \nThe three key components of self-compassion are self-kindness\, a sense of common humanity\, and balanced\, mindful awareness. Kindness 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 provides emotional strength and resilience and can be learned by anyone. Rapidly 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. \n  \nAFTER PARTICIPATING IN THIS PROGRAM YOU WILL 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\n  \nWhat to expect \nThe MSC is a skill based program offered in a group format. Program activities include meditation\, short talks\, experiential exercises\, group discussion\, and home practices. MSC is a group 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\, although mindfulness is the foundation of self-compassion. The emphasis in MSC is on building emotional resources. Compassion is a positive\, energizing emotion\, however\, while learning self-compassion\, some difficult emotions may arise. MSC is not focused on working through old injuries\, instead the focus will be on developing the skills and resources to be with ourselves in a kinder\, more compassionate way\, which results in beneficial change. Dr. Shari Geller is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for this process to unfold\, and to making the journey enjoyable for everyone. \nMSC includes 8 weekly sessions of 2 3/4 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. \n  \nPREREQUISITES \nNo previous experience with mindfulness or meditation is required to attend MSC. To insure safety\, participants are asked to provide background information when they register for the program. \nThe following book is included as a companion to the MSC course: \n\nThe Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer\n\nAdditional recommended books\, before or during the course\, are: \n\nSelf-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself\, by Kristen Neff\nThe Mindful Path to Self-Compassion\, by Christopher Germer\n\nThis program fulfills one of the prerequisites for becoming an MSC teacher. For more information on MSC and MSC Teacher Training\, please visit www.centerformsc.org \n  \nTotal Cost for the Program: $900 \nMay be covered by extended healthcare plans. \nPlease check with your insurance provider about your coverage. \n  \nFee and refund policy \n\nThe fee for the group is $900\, $100 per session for 9 sessions\, including the silent retreat. The fee will be paid at time of registration and held in trust.\nFor any sessions missed\, 7 calendar days are required\, or the full session charge will be billed. If you provide 7 calendar days’ notice\, you will not be charged for the missed session.\nYou will receive certification for completion of the training program provided you attend at least 7 of the 9 sessions.\n\n  \nFOR MORE INFORMATION AND INFO TO REGISTER PLEASE CONTACT: \nCamilla@sharigeller.ca\n416-855-2624 ext 1 \nDr. Shari Geller\, Ph.D.\, C.Psych.\, is an author\, teacher\, and clinical psychologist. She is the founder of the Therapeutic Rhythm and Mindfulness Program. Shari has a long-term mindfulness meditation practice and has recently completed the Mindful SelfCompassion Teacher Training (MSC). Her publications include her recent book: A Practical Guide for Cultivating Therapeutic Presence and Therapeutic Presence: A Mindful Approach to Effective Therapy coauthored with Leslie Greenberg. She is the co-director of the Centre for MindBody Health (CMBH)\, in Toronto\, Canada. http://www.sharigeller.ca \n[button title=”Click here to download PDF Flyer” link=”https://www.cmbh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/MSC-8-Week-Program-Flyer-Fall-2019-2.pdf” target=”_blank” align=”” icon=”” icon_position=”” color=”” font_color=”” size=”2″ full_width=”” class=”” download=”” rel=”” onclick=””] \n 
URL:https://www.cmbh.ca/event/8-week-mindful-self-compassion-program/
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