Join Dr. Kimberly Sogge C.Psych. Canadian MSC teacher, and mindfulness teacher (Spirit Rock MYMT, Awake in the Wild Facilitator), on a five day silent mindful self compassion retreat, Awakening the Heart of Compassion. This retreat will be conducted in English, and meets the requirements of teacher training for MSC, MBSR and MBCT teachers. Continuing Professional Education credits may also be available.

This retreat will support a soaking and deepening in the Mindful Self Compassion core practices including but not limited to: affectionate breathing, compassionate body scan, compassionate movement, lovingkindness for self and other, compassion for self and other, compassion with difficult emotions, compassion with shame, compassion and equanimity with caregiver stress, living from the vows of the heart, self-appreciation, gratitude, and cultivating joy. Each day of the retreat will include three vegetarian meals, one hour of optional mindful movement as embodied mindful self compassion practice, daily dharma talks, and opportunities for mindful dialogue and inquiry. We will also offer weekly small group support sessions.

The setting for the Awakening the Heart of Compassion Retreat is the Monastere des Augustines, an award winning, newly renovated historic convent, the oldest hospital in North America outside of Mexico, nestled within the walls of old Quebec City on the shores of the St. Lawrence River.

Together with the healing environment of the beautiful Monastere des Augustines in the heart of old Quebec City, we will skillfully support the awakening of your heart of compassion.

Please join us!

Registration: Pre-register with EventBrite to hold your spot with a $250 CAD deposit.

Cost: Total cost of the retreat is $1550 CAD plus taxes*++ for single occupancy including all teaching, retreat activities, meals and single occupancy accommodation.

Payment: Full payment is due by e-transfer to info@drsogge.com 30 days prior to the first day of the retreat. For more information contact 613-656-3331 or email info@drsogge.com

*taxes are 3.5% Accommodation tax per room per night, 5% Federal Goods and Services Tax, 9.975% Quebec Provincial Sales Tax

++prices listed are for twin bed, shared occupancy room. If you choose a twin bed single occupancy, or a contemporary double bed with private bath prices may be proportionately higher.