Join Dr. Cenell Boch in June 2024 for two enlightening online mindfulness courses designed to enrich your understanding and practice of self-compassion and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Whether you’re a beginner or have advanced knowledge, these courses promise insights and techniques that can profoundly impact your approach to self-care and societal engagement.
Course 1: Powerful Self-Compassion
- When: Monday, June 3rd, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm EST
- Where: Zoom Online Course
- Facilitator: Dr. Cenell Boch
- Who: Beginners and Advanced
Description: In this 1-hour session, explore the science and best practices behind self-compassion. Dr. Boch will guide you through six practical tips and techniques aimed at bolstering self-compassion and extending that kindness toward others. This course is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to overcome the common negativity bias and cultivate a more forgiving and understanding relationship with themselves.
Resources:
- Self-Compassion by Dr. Kristen Neff
- Radical Compassion by Tara Brach
Course 2: Mindfulness of Diversity and Inclusion
- What: 4-week course
- When: Weekly on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM EST, June 5th – June 26th
- Where: Online
- Facilitator: Dr. Cenell Boch
- Who: Beginners and Advanced; Those interested in deepening their understanding of DEI through mindfulness
Description: This immersive 4-week course delves into DEI and its intersection with mindful compassion. Each session combines teachings, guided meditations, and reflective discussions to foster a deeper connection and belonging. Dr. Boch will lead explorations on managing thoughts and emotions, developing a sustained mindfulness practice, and applying these principles to support DEI mindful compassion in today’s world and beyond.
Session Outline:
- June 5: Introduction to Mindfulness of Diversity
- June 12: Working with Difficult Thoughts and Emotions
- June 19: Self-Compassion and Compassion Toward Others
- June 26: Bringing Our Practice into the World
Resources:
- Wise Heart by Jack Kornfield
- Mindful of Race by Ruth King
- You Belong by Sebene Selassie
