Mindful Compassion: Cultivating Kindness and Empathy in an Eight-Week Class

Mindful compassion is the practice of extending kindness, understanding, and empathy towards ourselves and others with mindful awareness. In this class, you will embark on a transformative exploration of compassion-based practices designed to nurture your heart and cultivate a greater sense of connection and well-being.

Over the course of eight weeks, you will delve into various mindfulness techniques, loving-kindness meditations, and compassion practices to cultivate a more compassionate mindset. Through guided meditations, experiential exercises, and group discussions, you will learn how to cultivate self-compassion, empathy, and resilience in the face of life's challenges.

This class will also explore the neuroscience and psychology of compassion, helping you understand the profound impact of compassion on mental and emotional well-being. You'll discover how practicing compassion not only benefits others but also enhances your own health, happiness, and sense of fulfillment.

Whether you're new to mindfulness or seeking to deepen your compassion practice, this class welcomes individuals of all levels. Each session will provide you with practical tools and insights to integrate mindfulness and compassion into your daily life, fostering greater harmony and connection in all your relationships.

By the end of the eight weeks, you can expect to feel more compassionate towards yourself and others, empowered to navigate life's challenges with greater kindness and empathy. Join us on this transformative journey towards mindful compassion and cultivate a more compassionate and fulfilling life.

The course will be deeply rooted in my fourteen years of sitting with my own teacher – a Tibetan Buddhist Lama – in his home several days a week. With his encouragement, I am now offering the same to our community.

Duration: 8 weeks

Frequency: Weekly, Every Thrusday, 9 - 10:30 AM

Class Format: Inperson, with virtual option

Prerequisites: None, suitable for all levels of experience.

Materials Needed: Comfortable clothing, cushion, journal for reflection.

Instructor: Rebecca Brenner

Price: $295.00; or if cost is an obstacle, pay what you can or pay nothing