Experience the proven power of self-compassion.
Founded by Dr. Chris Germer and Dr. Kristin Neff to be the global leader in self-compassion training and practice.
For Beginners
Anyone can learn and practice self-compassion! Self-compassion has many benefits for you, your loved ones, and your community.
For MSC Graduates
Self-compassion is a lifelong practice. After a Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) course, continue to explore aspects of self-compassion through advanced skills workshops and classes.
Professional Training
CMSC offers Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) teacher certification and professional development programs for healthcare providers, psychotherapists, educators, and more.
All Are Welcome
The purpose of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion is to alleviate human suffering and to improve the collective well-being of our world through the practice of self-compassion. Welcome, we are so glad you are here.
Featured Courses
Live Online Fierce Self-Compassion Workshop with Kristin Neff
September 26, 2024, Thursday 4pm PT
4:00pm – 7:00pm PT / 7:00pm – 10:00pm ET
Created by Dr. Kristin Neff, this workshop draws on practices developed in her newest book Fierce Self-Compassion. It includes a satisfying mix of experiential learning and science-based insights.
September 18, Wednedays 11am-1 pm PT, LOMSC with Jamie Lynn Tatera
10 Week Live Online Mindful Self-Compassion
September 18 – November 20, 2024
This course meets every Wednesday 11am – 1pm PT (with a 3-hour online retreat on Oct 30, 11am-2pm PT). Click here to view the Time Conversion Chart.
Live Online Mindful Self-Compassion
Multiple Times Available: Take MSC from the comfort of your home. Upcoming live online 10-week courses.
5-Day In Person Silent Retreat
with Steve Hickman and Megan Prager at Asilomar Retreat Space, Pacific Grove, California.
December 1st-6th, 2024
Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout with Kristin Neff and Chris Germer
October 13th 2024, 9am – 12pm PT
This 3-hour experiential workshop consists of talks, exercises, and discussion. Participants will learn quick and powerful self-compassion tools to alleviate the symptoms of burnout. Professionals will be able to apply key principles and practices to prevent and reduce burnout in themselves and their organizations.
Monthly Feature Meditation
Meditation: Loving Kindness for Someone You Care About with Dr. Karen Bluth
Step into a space of greater compassion for yourself and a loved one with Certified MSC teacher, author, and co-creator of the CMSC’s Mindful Self-Compassion Teen Program, Dr. Karen Bluth. This meditation will connect you to the beauty of breathing kindness for yourself and others, guiding you to a deeper understanding of love in action.
Our Latest Blog Posts
Self-Compassion and Pride
A Conversation with Sydney Spears, Ph.D., CMSC Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
DEIB and the Importance of Self-Compassion
A Conversation with Sydney Spears, Ph.D., CMSC Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Quick Six: Practices or reminders to pay attention to what it is you really need
Lisa Baylis, Certified MSC Teacher and CMSC Director of Education talks about reminders of what you could offer yourself to help you feel better in a moment of struggle.
Our Founders
The Center for Mindful Self-Compassion (CMSC) was founded in 2012 by Dr. Chris Germer and Dr. Kristin Neff to be the global leader in self-compassion training and practice. The Center is a US-based nonprofit that serves students and certifies MSC teachers internationally. Through online and in-person public programs, workshops, and professional training, we create a world that is kinder, healthier and more enjoyable for all.
