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What if we could treat ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we extend to others?  | |
Kristin Neff
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Kristin Neff is helping us tackle that question this month. In a new Greater Good interview, she discusses her pioneering research on "self-compassion"--and explains why self-compassion is so hard for many of us. You can read the interview, or listen to the podcast.
And to learn the skills of self-compassion yourself, join Neff for her upcoming Greater Good seminar, "Self-Compassion and Emotional Resilience." Attend in person if you're in Northern California--and watch the live webcast if you're not.
This month on Greater Good, you'll also find:
And much more--read on below!
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The Helping Cure
| | For years, research has shown that when we help others, we help ourselves: Altruism gives a strong boost to our minds and bodies.
This month we highlight two powerful examples. Jill Suttie, our book review editor, reports on a new line of research suggesting that service to others is a secret weapon in the fight against addiction.
Jill also highlights the work of Adversity to Advocacy, which helps people with various illnesses become activists, inspiring hope in themselves and others. |
Upcoming Events on Self-Compassion and Flow
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The next two events in our Science of a Meaningful Life seminar series are fast approaching. Register to attend in person or via Live Webcast! Both offer *6 CE Units.*
Self-Compassion and Emotional Resilience
Led by Kristin Neff
When: Friday, March 23, 2012
Where: International House, UC Berkeley campus OR online
 Happiness and Flow
Led by Dacher Keltner, with guest presentation on flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (right)
When: Friday, April 27
Where: Ft. Mason Convention Center, San Francisco, CA OR online
Discounts to both events are available to GGSC members.
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Building a Mindful Nation: An Evening with Congressman Tim Ryan
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NEW EVENT!
Building a Mindful Nation with Congressman Tim Ryan
When: Wednesday, May 2
Member Reception: 6:30-7:15
Talk and Q&A: 7:30-8:30
Where: The David Brower Center, Berkeley, CA
Please join us for an evening with Rep. Tim Ryan to mark the release of his inspiring new book, A Mindful Nation.
Ryan, a five-term Congressman from Ohio, will discuss how the timeless practice of mindfulness can help Americans reduce stress and recapture their can-do spirit, even in the midst of tough times.
Ryan will discuss his book and the mindfulness revolution, then be joined by the GGSC's Dacher Keltner for a Q&A.
Tickets are $12 online ($10 GGSC members, $6 students) and will be available through Brown Paper Tickets.
*With their discounted ticket, members of the GGSC can join Congressman Ryan at a free reception immediately beforehand--a great reason to become a member today.*
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GGSC in the News
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On Friday, the GGSC's Dacher Keltner co-wrote this New York Times opinion piece with Paul Piff about seven studies they've conducted that suggest the wealthy behave less ethically than the rest of us.
And last month on CNN.com, in the controversy around Whitney Houston's death, Greater Good Editor-in-Chief Jason Marsh identified lessons about heroism and compassion.
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Announcements from Our Friends
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We're delighted to announce several upcoming events sponsored by friends of the GGSC.
 March 24: The San Francisco conference Being Human 2012 is sold out--but you can watch it live online for free! It will feature scientific luminaries like David Eagleman, Paul Ekman, and Richard Davidson.
March 28-April 1: The Center for Mindfulness is hosting its 10th annual international scientific conference for clinicians, researchers, and educators.
April-June: Stanford's Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education is running its Compassi on Cultivation Training in two locations, the Stanford campus and Berkeley. The Berkeley training is co-sponsored by the GGSC and will be led by Margaret Cullen (right).
July 16-August 20: The five-week Cultivating Emotional Balance Teacher Training (CEBTT), co-taught by Alan Wallace and GGSC fellow Eve Ekman, will teach psychological theories and practices that promote emotional balance. The program, held in Phuket, Thailand, is now accepting applications, but space is limited--register soon.
Find more details about these and other events on our Events Calendar--a resource for readers like you. |
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