In-Person

Inner Strength Training: How to Care for Others without Losing Yourself: How to Care for Others without Losing Yourself

1.0 CE Hours General Introductory
Inner Strength Training: How to Care for Others without Losing Yourself: How to Care for Others without Losing Yourself

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Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Describe at least 3 components of self-compassion.

  • Describe 3 benefits of self-compassion.

  • Compare empathy fatigue and compassion fatigue and identify at least 1 way they are different and similar.

  • Identify at least 2 links between self-compassion, stress and burnout.

  • Describe at least 2 ways an individual can apply self-compassion in stressful caregiving situations.

Description

Research shows that self-compassion is one of the most powerful sources of coping and resilience. It’s key to mental, emotional and physical well-being, and has been shown to increase motivation and productivity. It’s a superpower, says Dr. Kristin Neff, hidden in our own back pocket that we don’t even realize is there.


In this talk Dr. Neff explains the theory behind cultivating self-compassion and presents research establishing it’s benefits. She will focus on the crucial role that self-compassion plays for caregiving professionals to prevent burnout. An empirically-supported practice will be taught that can help individuals maintain balance in difficult situations involving caring for others.

Target Audience

  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker
  • Substance Use Disorder Professionals

Presenters

Kristin Neff, PhD.

Our society teaches us that self-compassion is the enemy of productivity; that to be kind to ourselves is to invite complacency. But in fact, the opposite is true, says Dr. KRISTIN NEFF. A pioneer in the field of inner strength training and self-compassion, Dr. Neff conducted the first empirical studies on self-compassion more than twenty years ago and has been recognized as one of the most influential researchers in psychology worldwide. In her bestseller Self-Compassion, she shares simple and actionable guides proven to increase motivation, boost resilience, and improve mental health. “We have this superpower in our backpocket, we just don’t know it’s there.” says Dr. Neff. “Self-compassion makes us stronger, more motivated, and less self-indulgent.” When burnout is threatening the happiness, success, and productivity of us all, she shows us why we need self-compassion more than ever.

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  • The Global Exchange Conference - Exchange Events