Learning Opportunities

One of our greatest desires is belonging and connectedness to a group or community. Yet, our life experiences, relationships, beliefs, and internal thoughts keep us separate and prevent us from experiencing all that life has to offer. In this session, Lori Veres will take you on a journey to become more aware, open, and curious about yourself and others through the lens of compassion. Practicing compassion calms your nervous system, decreases stress levels, helps you think more clearly and increases your capacity to navigate life’s challenges. Rooted in compassion and connection to your heart, you will gain tools to be open to love with a renewed sense of resiliency and hope.

In this 75-minute session, you will explore:

• How compassion differs from empathy, sympathy, and kindness
• The science of compassion and the connection to your heart
• Tools to navigate the challenges of being human
• Why cultivating self-compassion can be difficult 
• Ways to foster compassion for self and others 
• The positive impact of compassion