Free Introduction to Mindful Self-Compassion

Schedule

Wed Jan 14 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

2001 Hudson Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-1880, United States | Kalamazoo, MI

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Mindful 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 Chris Germer, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness, care, and understanding.
Details
Free Introduction to MSC: Wednesday, January 14 from 6-7 p.m.
8-Week course: Wednesday, Jan. 21 - Mar. 11 from 6-8:30 p.m. plus a half day retreat on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 1-5 p.m. Cost is $400 with scholarships available.
Location: Center for Psychotherapy and Wellness, Lower Level. 2001 Hudson Ave, Suite C
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Facilitated by Lucy Sternburgh, Ph.D., LPC, Certified MSC Teacher
Topics covered in this introduction:
✨What is Self-Compassion?
✨Misgivings about Self-Compassion
✨2-3 Introductory Practices to Begin to Cultivate Self-Compassion
✨Overview of the 8-Week MSC Course
✨Q&A
The goal of MSC is for participants to directly experience self-compassion and learn practices that evoke self-compassion in daily life. This is a secular program. Everyone is welcome, including people of all backgrounds and identities, although the course is intended for adults age 18+. No previous experience with mindfulness or meditation is required to attend MSC.
More information is available at https://www.downtoearthwellbeingllc.com/msc or https://centerformsc.org/what-is-self-compassion/
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