Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported 8-week course designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. The resource of self-compassion provides a foundation upon which a person can more fully love friends and family. In this course you will learn how to handle difficult emotions with greater ease, how to motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism, and learn to treat yourself as you would a dear friend. Program activities include discussion of topics, experiential exercises, meditation, small group interaction, and home practices.