Grow inner strength with our Mindful Self-Compassion courses

An evidence-based program for mental strength. Start your personal adventure to self-kindness and acceptance, in-person or online.

Grow inner strength with our Mindful Self-Compassion courses

An evidence-based program for mental strength. Start your personal adventure to self-kindness and acceptance, in-person or online.

800+ people have found more mental strength through our programs
Official partner of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion
15+ years of experience in mindfulness and self-compassion

What kind of mental care are you looking for?

There are multiple ways to start your practice or follow the full Mindful Self-Compassion program, no prior experience needed.

Weekly practice sessions

Accessible and relaxed 1-hour introduction to the practice of self-compassion. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their practice.

8-week online course

8-week online course covering the full MSC program, one evening session per week. Practice with a slow pace and time to reflect and connect.

In-person intensive

4- or 5-day intensive program to help you integrate self-compassion into your life and build a strong foundation for lasting personal growth.

Helping people find their inner strength

800+ people have found more mental strength through our programs
Official partner of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion
15+ years of experience in mindfulness and self-compassion

Get started with a

course

22
Oct
19:00
21:30
Online, via Zoom
Helle Laursen
Costs: € 550,-
When: Oct.: 22, 29 | Nov.: 5, 12, 19, 26 | Dec.: 3, 10, 17 (the retreat session is 3 hours on December 3) Where: Online, via Zoom
17
Nov
19:00
21:00
Live (Online, via Zoom)
Mila de Koning
Costs: € 149,-
Are you looking for a workshop that helps you develop and expand your teaching skills? This two-session workshop (17 & 18 November) on advanced teaching skills for MSC teachers will focus on screening and trauma sensitive teaching.
13
Oct
16:00
The Netherlands, Europe (Elspeet)
Mila de Koning
Costs: € 1295
Coursefee € 1.275 + hotel price for 2026 needs to be announced. In 2024 this was 1095 for five nights on full board In these 5 days you go through the entire Mindful Self-Compassion training co-guided by one of the founders of the program: Chris Germer.  Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn from the program's visionary founder and enhance your self-compassion journey.  Read more here. This program fulfils one of the prerequisite for becoming a MSC teacher.  

Or join one of our weekly session sessions

30
Sep

Claire Lock

10 00 am

CET

8
Oct

Claire Lock

10 00 am

CET

13
Oct

Daria Steketee

7 30 pm

CET

22
Oct

Gizem Aktas

7 00 pm

 – 

12 00 am

CET

27
Oct

Dana Cools

7 30 pm

CET

5
Nov

Gizem Aktas

7 00 pm

CET

10
Nov

Daria Steketee

7 30 pm

CET

1
Dec

Daria Steketee

7 30 pm

CET

10
Dec

Gizem Aktas

7 00 pm

CET

There’s a small contribution of 3 euro per session. You’ll receive the session link in your inbox after you reserved your spot.

A science-backed program for mental strength​ and personal growth

We all have moments of self-doubt, harsh inner criticism, or emotional overwhelm. The Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) course helps you respond to these moments with greater understanding and care. Just as you would for a good friend.

Grounded in research by research psychologists Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer, our courses teach you how to build resilience through mindfulness and self-compassion. Whether you’re navigating stress, burnout, or want to have a gentler relationship with yourself, this is your space to grow.

What can you expect?

During a course or over the time of multiple sessions, you’ll learn or practice…

Frequently asked questions

Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is a training program based on scientific research. The program emphasizes the practice of self-compassion, that is rooted in mindfulness, self-kindness and common humanity. MSC equips you with the skills and exercises to help you respond to challenging situations with kindness and care and strengthen emotional well-being and resilience.

MSC is not considered psychotherapy nor is it a retreat in the traditional sense. The program is designed to help you tap into your inner strength and learn to cope with difficulties, rather than the difficulties themselves being the topic of the conversation.  

The MSC program is open to everyone. Studies have shown that self-compassion can improve emotional and physical resilience and may act as a preventative measure.  

It’s important to note that this training is not suitable for individuals who are currently mentally unwell or under a lot of emotional stress as the intensive format of the training can be emotionally demanding.

Prior experience with mindfulness and meditation is not necessary. However, participants should be comfortable exploring their inner experiences and feelings with their eyes closed.

The MSC program was developed in 2010 by two psychologists, Kristin Neff, PhD, and Christopher Germer, PhD. The training is offered worldwide. The effectiveness of the training has been extensively researched and provides a sound scientific basis for the training.

The course include tools and practices that can be easily integrated into everyday life, such as guided meditations, reflection exercises, writing prompts, and sharing experiences in groups. 

The MSC program is offered in an 8-week format but you can also join shorter courses or workshops as an introduction to self-compassion. See all our courses.

Great to hear you want to become a MSC teacher. The foundation for teaching MSC is to embody the qualities of mindfulness and self-compassion and to have an ongoing, daily practice. In our Teacher Training Program, this is exactly what you’ll learn. In six days, you’ll learn to guide meditations, exercises, and teachings with confidence. Read more about our teacher training.