Mon., June 20 & 27
7-9 PM
Wayne, PA
Mindful Men Meeting
Tues, July 12 & 26
7-9 PM
Wayne, PA
Saturday, July 30
10 AM - 1 PM
TredyffrinLibrary
582 Upper Gulph Rd,
Strafford, PA
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The Space Between Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion
In her TEDtalk, Author and researcher Kristin Neff describes how self-esteem can be a protective factor against challenges. At the same time, the way we develop our self-esteem can be problematic. Self-esteem can depend on a person feeling special and above average. Additionally, self-esteem is relative and conditional. We can use it for comparison, creating difference, bias and blame. At the same time, self-esteem is conditional, so its there when we are doing great, but it abandons us just when we need it, in our moments of pain.
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July 12-14 - Self Care for Educators Retreat led by Josh Gansky in Bryn Mawr
An opportunity for educators to reduce stress, recharge, reflect, and reconnect.
With mindful practice, practice will be given time to pause and focus on their own care and well-being.
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Private Consultation
A limited number of private consultation times are available to build your mindfulness practice. Sessions may be done by phone, Skype video or in person at a rate of $95/ hour.
Email
for details.
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Marc Balcer
brings his experience as a coach, entrepreneur and investor to
Your Mindful Coach. He has received training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Management, Mindful Self-Compassion and Mindful Schools.
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This month we explore self-compassion. This work is fierce as it requires vulnerability, love and care in the face of self-criticism and judgment. I've a related podcast episode to
iTunes,
Stitcher &
Soundcloud.
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| The Art of Self-Compassion |
This month, I shared my personal reflection on self-compassion on my
blog. I hope you'll find something that resonates for you in those words.
Its been said, "
we are very attached to our suffering." And much of our suffering comes from our own self-criticism. Granted, these can be internalized messages from our past, our childhood, and even our current experience, but as with the practice of mindfulness, we may not have control of our circumstances, but we can choose how we respond to them.
One practice you might try is the self-compassion break. When you find yourself in a moment of difficulty, stress, or challenge, offer yourself these words:
This is a moment of suffering.
Suffering is part of the human condition.
May I be kind to myself in this moment.
May I give myself the compassion I need.
Gently repeating these phrases to yourself triggers physiological and emotional changes that can put you on the path to healing and self-care.
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| The Elements of Self-Compassion |
Self-Kindness - Providing yourself with the compassion and self-soothing you deserve
Common Humanity - The understanding that you are not alone in your suffering, that it is part of the human experience
Mindfulness - An awareness of what is actually happening in your lived experience.
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Your Mindful Coach Podcast turns 1,000!
I'm thrilled to report that my podcast earned its one thousandth play on May 16. It has been played or downloaded in 31 different countries including Uganda, Saudi Arabia, Colombia and Bulgaria! Thank you for listening and sharing this valuable resource.
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Self-Compassion and Vulnerability
Workshops coming this June and July
"Marc has a special way as a teacher of creating an environment that inspires openness & connection" - class participant
Fierce Self-Compassion
, offered June 20 & 27 and Fierce Vulnerability, offered July 12 & 26 explore the powerful impact that connecting with our internal experience can have on our external conditions. These qualities aren't weak or complacent but instead fierce and courageous. Through practice, one can live a connected authentic, wholehearted life.
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Men's Retreat coming July 30
The retreat takes place at the Tredyffrin Public Library in Strafford, PA from 10 am to 1 pm on Saturday, July 30. The cost is $50.
RSVP here.
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Thank you for supporting Your Mindful Coach! Have a great month.
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