Self-Compassion for Educators

May 4 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Description:

Self-Compassion for Educators is a 3-hour, evidence- and skills-based training, provided by The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire, designed for educators to dive into the research, practice, and experience of self-compassion, enhance their personal wellbeing, and revitalize their deep motivation for helping others. Our brains are wired for survival and have a natural tendency, or negativity bias, to focus on and be motivated by negative thought patterns like criticism, pain, and danger. This self-compassion training helps educators understand and transform these habitual responses and develop the ability to motivate with compassion rather than self-criticism. The science shows that self-compassion has a significant positive impact on educator wellbeing, resilience, and stress management. Practicing self-compassion involves taking action and making positive changes in our lives, and through this process, we see educators reconnecting with their deep motivation and excitement for helping others.

Duration: 3 hours

Intended Audience: Counseling Staff, District Leaders, Early Learning Teachers (Birth-5 yrs), Elementary Teachers, High School Teachers, Mental Health and Wellbeing Specialists, Middle School Teachers, School Leaders, School Nurses, School Safety Staff, Social Workers, Special Student Services Staff, Teacher Leaders

DOE Office: Whole Child Supports

Topics: Mental Health, Wellbeing, Whole Child Supports

Event Type: Event - Single

Delivery Mode(s): Virtual

Event will be recorded: No

Primary Contact: Molly Sims - MHATscheduling@doe.k12.ga.us

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Sessions:

May 4, 2026

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Additional Resources:

This training is offered through the Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT) project, which offers free, evidence-based mental health training to all school staff in Georgia. For more information, including how you can schedule training for your school, district, or RESA, check out our MHAT Flyer.