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Category: Self-Compassion

The Mindful Way Through Depression

April 25, 2014

“What we’re trying to get people to do is to anchor themselves in their experience so that when a negative emotion comes up in the mind, it can wash over them; it doesn’t bring to mind all of the negative…

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction: Toronto Spring Session

March 11, 2014

The spring Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program starts Wednesday April 23 and I will be co-facilitating with psychiatrist, Dr. Neil Levitsky. This is a great opportunity to practice meditation and gentle yoga in a warm and inviting community environment.…

Mind Over Media: Mindfulness & Parenting in a Digital Age

January 8, 2014

Digital and mobile media offer new opportunities for connection as well as new causes for distress. As the focus of the family has turned to the glow of the computer screen – children constantly texting their friends, parents working online…