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Power affects how people think, feel, and interact with others.
And its effects aren't just limited to the workplace--it's part of all of our relationships, shaping how we interact with our parents, friends, and romantic partners.
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Self-Compassion & the Cultivation of Happiness
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This day-long seminar, led by Mindful Self-Compassion founder Kristin Neff, Ph.D., will offer strategies for cultivating self-compassion, boosting happiness, and reducing stress in yourself and others.
Drawing on a decade of her trailblazing research, Dr. Neff will provide simple tools for giving ourselves the support we need whenever we suffer, fail, or feel inadequate.
Six CEUs are available to health professionals and, as always, GGSC members receive a great discount!
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Foundations of Well-Being with Rick Hanson
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Starting this month, join neuropsychologist and bestselling author Rick Hanson, Ph.D., for a yearlong course on the Foundations of Well-Being.
The online program uses research on neuroplasticity to help you hardwire more happiness, resilience, self-worth, and peace into your brain and your life.
The curriculum focuses on what Dr. Hanson calls the "12 pillars of well-being," including self-caring, mindfulness, gratitude, motivation, confidence, and more.
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Other Upcoming GGSC Events
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 When: November 10, 2014
Where: Hillside Club, Berkeley, CA
Founding faculty member of London's The School of Life and Greater Good contributing writer Roman Krznaric has traveled the world researching and lecturing on the subject of empathy. Krznaric will discuss his research and new book, Empathy: Why It Matters and How to Get It.
When: December 4, 2014
Where: First Congregational Church of Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
New York Times columnist Kristof discusses his new book, A Path Appears: Transforming Lives, Creating Opportunity, a 21st century guide to global citizenship. Introduced by GGSC founder Dacher Keltner.
When: June 26-July 1, 2015
Where: UC Berkeley Campus
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GGSC's 2014 Summer Institute for Educators
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The science is clear: integrating social-emotional learning into the classroom and our schools is good for both students and the adults who work with them.
Registration is now open for our third annual six-day, five-night retreat, where education professionals from all over the world will hear from some of the world's leading experts on social and emotional well-being.
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Meet our Goldberg Undergraduate Fellow
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 This week, meet our 2014-2015 Goldberg Undergraduate Fellow Jeni Stiso. Stiso is a UC Berkeley sophomore studying cognitive science and molecular cell biology. She is currently a research assistant for the Knight Lab and is conducting research that explores the neurological basis of interpersonal distance and how to more effectively treat Social Anxiety Disorder. |
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A Path Appears: Nicholas Kristof