On Campus Healing & Wholeness Self-Compassion for Shame A path to inner freedom Christopher Germer Susan Fairchild See all presenters Give Yourself KindnessWhat’s wrong with you? Who do you think you are? Shame is the most difficult human emotion. It strikes at the core of our being but has nothing to do with who we really are. Shame gets its power from our efforts to avoid it. When we turn toward shame and see it through the eyes of self-compassion, we discover something quite unusual: shame is an innocent emotion that arises from our universal wish to be loved.This workshop offers a positive, energizing, non-pathologizing approach to shame. Drawing on the research-based Self-Compassion for Shame program, it combines brief talks, experiential exercises, guided practices, and discussion. Participants will learn simple, practical tools for meeting shame with greater awareness, kindness, and courage in everyday life.All are welcome, including mental health and helping professionals who wish to work with shame more effectively with clients. Since shame can be emotionally activating, prior familiarity with self-compassion is recommended.In this program, you will discover:Experiential exercises to cultivate self-compassionGuided practices to meet shame with greater awareness and kindnessDiscussion in a supportive group environment Included In Your Stay 10+ Daily Yoga Classes 3 Nutritious Meals a Day Access to the Kripalu Grounds Schedule OPENING DAY2:00 pmCheck-in begins4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30Dinner7:30–9:00Program SessionDAILY6:30–7:45 amKripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast8:45–11:30Program Session11:30–1:30 pmLunch1:30–4:00Program Session4:45–6:00Kripalu Yoga class5:30–7:30DinnerCLOSING DAY6:30–7:45 amKripalu Yoga class7:30–9:00Silent Breakfast8:45–11:30Program Session11:30–1:30 pmLunch and DeparturePlease note: Rooms are ready by 4:00 pm. You may store your bags in the Luggage Room until your room is available. On the day of departure, room check-out time is 10:00 am—you may remain on campus and take part in workshops until 2:00 pm. Actual times and schedules may vary; please see the Guest Boards or the schedule provided upon check-in for details and room locations. FAQs What are your accommodations? From private rooms to community-style dorms, our accommodations are intentionally simple—designed to help you unplug and feel grounded. Whether you're seeking solitude or connection, we offer a variety of options to support your stay.View All Accommodations What’s included in my overnight stay? Registering for any Kripalu on campus experience includes three daily meals, daily yoga and movement classes, and access to the Kripalu grounds, and other amenities. Healing Arts sessions as well as items in the Kripalu Shop and Cafe are available for purchase.Plan My Visit Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page. Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? Yes. If a program is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist or by contacting registration@kripalu.org. If space becomes available, we’ll contact you in the order received. Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming Presenter(s) Christopher Germer Presenter Read Bio Susan Fairchild Presenter Read Bio Book Now April 16–18, 2027 Tuition: $349 Per person, plus required accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) Minimum accommodation per night: Weekday $109 / Weekend $129 View full accommodation pricingView our cancellation policy Jump To... Overview Included In Your Stay Schedule FAQs Presenter(s)
What are your accommodations? From private rooms to community-style dorms, our accommodations are intentionally simple—designed to help you unplug and feel grounded. Whether you're seeking solitude or connection, we offer a variety of options to support your stay.View All Accommodations
What’s included in my overnight stay? Registering for any Kripalu on campus experience includes three daily meals, daily yoga and movement classes, and access to the Kripalu grounds, and other amenities. Healing Arts sessions as well as items in the Kripalu Shop and Cafe are available for purchase.Plan My Visit
Can I book for me and another person? Online booking is available for 1–2 guests. Please select the appropriate booking button on the program page.
Do you have a waitlist if my preferred program is full? Yes. If a program is full, you may add yourself to the waitlist or by contacting registration@kripalu.org. If space becomes available, we’ll contact you in the order received.
Where do I go to see all programs offered at Kripalu? For a full view of programs, visit our experiences page.Explore All Programming
April 16–18, 2027 Tuition: $349 Per person, plus required accommodations BOOK NOW (1 ADULT)BOOK NOW (2 ADULTS) Minimum accommodation per night: Weekday $109 / Weekend $129 View full accommodation pricingView our cancellation policy
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