The Practice of Self-Compassion 

~ a psycho-spiritual perspective ~

The time will come
when, with elation
you will greet yourself arriving
at your own door, in your own mirror
and each will smile at the other's welcome,

~ Derek Walcott

For centuries the wisdom traditions both East and West have emphasised the importance of self-compassion as the other side of, the more familiar, compassion toward other. Western psychology is increasingly turning its attention to the benefits of self-compassion as a continuation of mindfulness practice, but also as a practice in its own right. This exciting development in psychology and therapy opens pathways for healing the mind, and enables you to face many of life's challenges with greater ease.

Through a series of exercises and explorations, balanced with appropriate theory, this day is an opportunity to explore what it means to be compassionate towards self. We will also consider obstacles to self-compassion, methods of over-coming these, as well as practical ways of carrying this forward into your own lives. There will also be an opportunity to consider the spiritual implications which self-compassion raises.

EDINBURGH DATE: Saturday 6th November 2010 THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULL
TIMES: 10am to 4.00pm.
FEE: £55 (non-returnable). For this workshop only please make cheques payable to Wellspring Scotland Ltd. Click here for downloadable Wellsrping flyer.
VENUE: Wellspring, 13 Smith's Place, Edinburgh, EH6 8NT [Map]
Maximum 12 places

GLASGOW DATE: Saturday 19th February 2011.
TIMES: 10.00am to 4.00pm.
FEE: £55 (non-returnable). Booking for this weekend is through Aileen Ferguson. Click here for downloadable flyer.
VENUE: Rokpa House , 7 Ashley Street, Glasgow, G3 6DR. [Map]
Maximum 12 places.

EDINBURGH DATE: Thursday 17th March 2011
TIMES: 10am to 4.00pm.
FEE: £55/£45 (concessions). This workshop is part of the programme for the Edinburgh International Festival of Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace. To request a registration form please contact Neill Walker 0131 331 4469. VENUE:Meeting Room, Quaker Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2JL
Maximum 16 places