We all have moments when we are at our best: when we are in our groove, the sun is shining brighter and there’s a bounce in our step. We also have moments that feel the opposite. Life and our work is full of ups and downs. We will explore how to emphasize empathy for yourself so that you can best bring empathy to the children you serve.

Discover:

• that being human means having an inner critic

• strategies for building self-compassion and acceptance

• why self-empathy is a critical element in teaching empathy