Monique Mercier Clinical Psychology

Human beings have evolved to the point we are at today BECAUSE of our capacity for cooperation and connection. If there is one thing the pandemic has highlighted for us, it’s that we can’t do this alone. . .... . . . . . #kindfulself #kindfulpsychology #kindfulness #compassion #selfcompassion #kindnessmatters #humanconnection #cooperation #survivalofthekindest See more

Life, you little rascal. . . @skybanyes .... . . . . . #kindfulself #kindfulpsychology #selfcompassion #compassion #mindfulness #littletruths #mindfulselfcompassion #life #knowyourself #whyarewehere See more

Life, you little rascal. . . @skybanyes .... . . . . . #kindfulself #kindfulpsychology #selfcompassion #compassion #mindfulness #littletruths #mindfulselfcompassion #life #knowyourself #whyarewehere See more

Your mind will always overestimate danger and underestimate your strength. Your heart will carry you through experiences you didn’t know you could get through and show you who you really are . .... . . . . #kindfulself #kindfulpsychology #listentoyourheart #trustyourself #mindfulness #listentoyourheart #mindfulselfcompassion #selfcompassion #innerstrength #courage #livingwithcourage See more

Raffi ... keeping it real . . . .... . . #kindfulself #kindnessissimple #itsthesimplethings #mindfulness #gratitude #whatdoyouneed #keepitsimplestupid #simplelifehappylife See more

Kindness does not look like saying yes all the time. When we honour our own No’s it creates authenticity and trust in our relationships rather than a false sense of being a good person. . .... . . . #kindfulself #kindfulness #kindful #compassion #selfcompassion #mindfulness #mindfulcommunication #compassionateliving #communication See more

This group provides you with skills to respond to life’s difficult moments with kindness, care and understanding. In this group you will learn about self-compassion research, practices, and meditations. There will be interactive activities, as well as both small and large group discussion, meditations, reflections, and practices. ... It includes 1.5-hour weekly sessions over 6 weeks, on Zoom. After taking this course, you will be able to: - Practice self-compassion in daily life - Understand the empirically-supported benefits of self-compassion - Motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism - Handle difficult emotions with greater ease - Transform challenging relationships, old and new - Manage caregiver fatigue and burnout - Practice the art of savoring and self-appreciation Some pro-bono and sliding scale spaces are available Insurance receipts provided Funding for individuals with Indigenous status through the NIHB and IRS program only open to residents of Ontario. For more info check out the link in my bio! Or visit my website: www.moniquemercier.ca/upcoming-events

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The very grounded and deeply compassionate, Michelle Becker is offering a 6-week Compassion for Couples course online. Utilizing the skills of mindfulness and compassion, this program teaches couples how to build a strong and healthy foundation for your relationship, and provides couples the skills to help navigate the difficulties that arise within us and between us. Check it out here: ... https://wisecompassion.com/compassion-for-couples/ See more

The Centre for Mindful Self-Compassion is offering two mini-meditation retreats for free! Dec. 30, 2020, 7-10 pm EST 7-7:45 pm: Steve Hickman... 8-8:45 pm: John Julian 9-9:45 pm: Anna Friis Dec. 31, 2020, 10am - 1 pm EST 10-10:45 pm: Chris Germer 11-11:45 pm: Christine McMulkin 12-12:45 pm: Rochelle Jaffe https://centerformsc.org/renew-your-self-compassion-for-t/%C2%A0Dive+Deeper+into+Self-Compassion%20-%204994385

Join me for 21 days of kindfulness practices to see out 2020 and bring in 2021! Each day my new post will be shared on my stories. The practices and teachings will be short and sweet! Hope you can join in - or maybe even challenge yourself to do the last 21 days of 2020 with a daily dose of kindness and compassion ... Challenge starts tomorrow! #kindfulself #mindfulness #selfcompassion #mindfulselfcompassion

Come join me Sunday afternoons for this 6-week, skills-building, self-compassion group! More information here: www.moniquemercier.ca/upcoming-events DM or email me for registration and inquiries: [email protected]

The non-profit Center for Mindful Self-Compassion (CMSC) is offering free daily 45-minute drop-in sessions for anyone interested in meditating together during this time of social-distancing and quarantine. These sessions will be led by senior Mindful Self-Compassion teachers and be comprised of a short opening talk, a guided meditation of about 20-25 minutes and then a time at the end for unmuting for brief comments and time to wave goodbye. Short and sweet. Nothing fancy. S...ign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4aa4af29ab9-free See more

Hey everyone! Check out my winter self-compassion upcoming groups and workshops :)

Come join me and Markus Bohlmann in our 8-week, Mindful Self-Compassion Course. It runs Sundays from 130-430 pm starting October 18th and ending December 6th, 2020. This course is for you if you: Want to learn about what self-compassion actually is!... Want some self-compassion and mindfulness practices and meditations to help you manage stress Want to connect with your heart and what really matters to you in your life Want to learn how to move through difficult emotions with greater ease Want to learn how to manage burnout and caregiver fatigue Want to connect with other like-minded/hearted humans If you have any questions, please DM, email ([email protected]), or call me 807-630-5926. Some funding options available through employee benefits under psychology group services and through Indigenous Services Canada. Contact me for more details!

Next Thursday we are starting our self compassion course online! There are still some spots left. This course is for you if you: Want to learn about what self-compassion actually is!... Want some self-compassion and mindfulness practices to help you manage stress Want to learn how to move through difficult emotions with greater ease Want to learn how to manage burnout and caregiver fatigue Want to explore your core values and focus on what matters most to you in your life Want to connect with other like-minded/hearted humans Registration follow link in bio. Any questions, please DM or email me: [email protected] or call: 807-630-5926. Some funding options available through employee benefits under psychology group services and those with Indigenous status through NIHB/IRS. *only open to residents of Ontario*

Come join me this Wednesday from 8-9pm from the comfort of your own home to learn about how being kind to yourself is a good idea! Register here from online workshop: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/introduction-to-mindful-self-co