MSC Circle of Practice Application

Thank you for your interest in the MSC Circle of Practice, which aims to support your ongoing practice. It is not a training in MSC.

The Circle is an online practice group for people who have completed MSC (8-week course, 5-day Intensive, or Online MSC) via the Center for Mindful Self Compassion.

We would like to get to know you a bit before we meet online and also need some information to ensure that everyone who attends the Circle is supported. Please know, the information you provide will not be shared for any purpose other than MSC Circle of Practice facilitation.

There are many different mindfulness and compassion trainings available now and we can only accept people for the Circle if they have attended MSC as described above. This is because there are specific practices, with a beautiful process, as part of this training. It is important to have experienced the practices before joining this online group, without the direct support from facilitators. We are sorry that we will not be able to accept any applications if alternative mindfulness or compassion trainings have been attended.

To apply for the MSC Circle of Practice, please fill out the application below. Upon review, you will be notified via email of the next steps for joining the group.

Circle of Practice Application

- Application, background information, and agreements for those applying to Circle of Practice

1About you

2MSC in your life

3Agreements

4Waiver

Applicant Information
Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
How did you hear about the Circles of Practice? Please be as specific as possible.*
Email*
Phone*

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MSC In Your Life
When, where, and with which teachers did you take your first MSC 8-week course, Live Online MSC course, or Intensive? PLEASE NOTE: Only those who have taken the full MSC course in the 8-week or 5-day intensive form are eligible to join the Circles of Practice.*
Why are you interested in participating in this program?*
Please note that the Circles of Practice are designed for personal growth and development; it is not a replacement for therapy or MSC Teacher Training.

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Agreements
Confidentiality*
Participants in the MSC Circles of Practice agree to maintain the confidentiality of the other participants. Toward that end, participants should not discuss the personal material shared by anyone in a session with individuals outside the group, or divulge the names or other details of participants that could lead to someone identifying a particular individual.
- I agree to the above confidentiality terms
- I do not agree to the above confidentiality terms
Taking Responsibility for Ourselves and Care for Each Other*
MSC Circles of Practice meetings are an opportunity to practice embodied, compassionate listening and speaking. That means that the general guidelines familiar from an MSC group are carried over to these sessions, such as non-judgment, non-fixing, respecting differences, and taking personal responsibility for one’s own well-being. The format and setting do not allow for the Circles of Practice to be more than a supportive and encouraging environment, facilitated by skilled MSC teachers, and participants are asked to honor this format. Faciilitators are not acting in the role of a therapist or healthcare professional and sessions are not intended for this purpose.
- I agree to honor these responsibilities and agree that if I am unable to do so, I may be asked to leave the Circles of Practice.
- I do not agree.
What support system do you have in place?*
Having completed at least one MSC course you will already be aware of the potential for difficult emotions to arise. Although The MSC Circles of Practice is not a course - complex emotions or "backdraft" could still arise. We would appreciate knowing what support you have in place for yourself if this occurs for you, irrespective of your level of training, experience and background. Family and friends with whom you can honestly share your experiences and who you can call upon in crisis might be part of your support network as well as any health care professionals. We do require specific details (a yes/no answer will not suffice) and we really appreciate your clarity with this.

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Waiver of Liability
I understand that MSC Circle of Practice is an online programme to support personal practice after I have completed MSC in the 8 week, Intensive or Online format. MSC is a group compassion skills training program, not group therapy and it is designed to teach participants the tools needed to develop and cultivate a mindfulness and self-compassion practice. I understand that MSC does not take the place of personal therapy and that the MSC Circle of Practice assumes the same guidelines.

I voluntarily agree to participate in the MSC Circle of Practice. I can choose to withdraw from the MSC Circle of Practice without any penalty. If I wish to no longer receive notifications from the MSC Circle of Practice I can unsubscribe myself from the weekly email.

It is my responsibility to contact my support network if I feel the need arise.

I understand that the teachers are not expected or able to provide medical and/or psychological care

I understand that if I am intoxicated with alcohol and/or non prescribed/prescribed drugs then I am not permitted to take part in MSC Circle of Practice.

I further understand that participation in the MSC Circle of Practice is at the discretion of the teachers at all times. If, in the opinion of the teachers, I am unable to continue to participate productively in MSC Circle of Practice, I may be asked to leave.

Any costs incurred for health services are my responsibility and not the responsibility of the teachers or Center for Mindful Self Compassion.

I hereby assume all responsibility for my own equipment required to attend the online sessions.

I understand that MSC Circle of Practice is not aimed at providing any requirements for MSC teacher training or to be a replacement for MSC.
By signing below, I confirm that I have read and agree with all sections of the preceding Waiver of Liability. I also agree that I am of legal age (18 or older).
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Workshops

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MSC Adaptations

Advanced Courses

Teacher Trainings

Professional Development

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Retreats

Worldwide Special Activities

MSC Circle of Practice Application

Thank you for your interest in the MSC Circle of Practice, which aims to support your ongoing practice. It is not a training in MSC.

Circle of Practice Application

Applicant Information

MSC In Your Life

Agreements

Waiver of Liability