Self-Compassion Mini-Retreat: The Art and Science of Treating Yourself Like a Good Friend
with Heather Shaughnessy-Cato, Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education
$35
This heart-centered 2-hour retreat offers a gentle pause to care for yourself with the same compassion you extend to others. Using practices from the Mindful Self-Compassion program, you’ll explore what it means to meet yourself with warmth, especially in difficult moments. Whether you're new to self-compassion or returning to your practice, this session offers practical tools to bring more understanding to yourself in any moment. Activities include: Discussion of the three core components of self-compassion, Guided meditations and self-compassion practices, Journaling with gentle reflection prompts, and Group sharing or quiet integration time. Please bring: A yoga mat, a journal, and anything that helps you feel comfortable and supported.
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Session 1: Dec 4th, 2025
Thu for 1 week from 6:00 - 8:00 pm