Mindfulness Self-Compassion…..What the heck is that??

Self-compassion is simply compassion directed inwards. Drawing on the writings of various Buddhist teachers, operationalized self-compassion consists of three main elements. The three elements are: SELF-KINDNESS: Being kind, gentle and understanding with yourself when you are suffering. COMMON HUMANITY: Realizing that you are not alone in your struggles. When we…

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Salmon day for Style & Engage!

STYLE & Engage got together for the July service learning activity and went to help with the Lake Cowichan Salmonid Enhancement Society’s creek enhancement project. The youth were very fortunate to have a fantastic facilitator from the Salmonid Enhancement Society who was both knowledgeable and engaging as the group walked…

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