AMS2022 Learning Session

The Power of Self-Compassion: Cultivating Emotional Well-being

This workshop will introduce the key concepts and practices of Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). MSC is a science-backed meditation practice that supports and protects mental health. Research shows self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing. Practicing self compassion can help you cope with life challenges, lower levels of anxiety and depression, and increase healthy habits. Don’t be deceived, self-compassion is NOT about self-pity. On the contrary, this practice helps you to cultivate the inner resources to thrive, especially during difficult times.

During this workshop you will have the chance to immerse yourself in some of the foundational practices and exercises of mindful self compassion. The content of this workshop is based on the 8-week MSC program developed by Kristin Neff & Chris Germer. This workshop is offered by a Trained MSC teacher.

Aracelys Sunico

Aracelys is a Mindful Self Compassion Teacher trained at the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion. She is currently a candidate for a Master’s degree in Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, training to become a Psychotherapist. She is an alumni from Queen’s University holding a Master’s Degree in Management Analytics, and works full-time leading Digital Transformation initiatives.

Aracelys helps professional women struggling with stress to replenish their inner resources by cultivating a mindful self-compassion practice. Aracelys knows how it feels to be a woman navigating her professional career while dealing with anxiety. Aracelys struggled with anxiety all her life until she learned another way to live 🙌 . Now, she uses Mindful Self Compassion to navigate the stress on her own life transitions. Including immigrating to Canada, learning English as an adult and undertaking a professional journey in the psychology field after working +10 years as a digital transformation leader.

Aracelys is based in Toronto, Ontario. You can speak to Aracelys both in English and Spanish.