by Harper West | Dec 10, 2018 | Self-Acceptance, Self-Compassion
Why not give yourself the gift of self-compassion? Join me in Clarkston, Michigan, for an 8-week Mindful Self-Compassion Workshop, beginning Sunday, January 6, 2-4 pm. Learn to dial down your “inner critic,” practice meditations that build compassion for...
by Harper West | Jul 11, 2018 | Self-Acceptance, Self-Compassion
excerpted from and based on the Compassion-Focused Therapy protocol by Paul Gilbert, PhD, FBPsS Feelings of shame, inadequacy, or low self-worth are core causes of most emotional and behavioral problems, such as anxiety, depression, anger, and substance abuse issues....
by Harper West | Dec 23, 2015 | Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Shame
I recently attended a 6-day retreat and seminar on Mindful Self-Compassion led by Kristen Neff, PhD, and Christopher Germer, PhD, two of the leading authors and researchers on the topic. I am grateful to have had such a relaxing personal experience and opportunity for...
