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  • Hugging helps increase belonging.

    From Loneliness to Belonging: How We Sustain Ea...

    If you’ve ever felt the deep recognition of being seen, heard, and held with compassion—or the quiet relief of sitting in silence with others who may or may not fully...

    From Loneliness to Belonging: How We Sustain Ea...

    If you’ve ever felt the deep recognition of being seen, heard, and held with compassion—or the quiet relief of sitting in silence with others who may or may not fully...

  • Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Honoring Our Volunteer Teachers

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Ho...

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Honoring Our Volunteer Teachers By Mary Marcdante, CMSC Communications Director, MSC Teacher As we celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month, we are also excited to...

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Ho...

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Honoring Our Volunteer Teachers By Mary Marcdante, CMSC Communications Director, MSC Teacher As we celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month, we are also excited to...

  • Coming Through the LA Fire with Mindful Self-Compassion

    Coming Through the LA Fire with Mindful Self-Co...

    Coming Through the LA Fire with Mindful Self-Compassion By Natalie Bell, Certified MSC Teacher Disclaimer:This blog post contains personal accounts, descriptions, and images related to the LA fires, which may...

    Coming Through the LA Fire with Mindful Self-Co...

    Coming Through the LA Fire with Mindful Self-Compassion By Natalie Bell, Certified MSC Teacher Disclaimer:This blog post contains personal accounts, descriptions, and images related to the LA fires, which may...

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