Self-Care (SPD 115)

Past Classes
Written By Russell Jackman

Course Description

Self-care involves making choices that reflect a consciousness of well-being. As we become aware of the care of our mind, body and spirit, we discover that when we are our best self, we make contributions to our family, our communities and our world consciously.

This course will provide guidelines and action plans for instilling practices of self-care in the areas of awareness, mindfulness, setting boundaries, letting go, forgiveness and self-love. The class will be both reflective and interactive as we build self-awareness and share what works in applying self-care practices into daily life. We will identify how to use this foundation in times of stress and chaos as well.

Course Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Clearly articulate the benefits of self-care, including ethical considerations.

  • Identify potential self-care deficiencies and incorporate preventive measures. Differentiate and attend to the various dimensions of self-care.

  • Create a daily, weekly, and monthly self-care plan for spiritual nourishment. Demonstrate a priority for self-care on multiple levels of wellness.

  • Recognize and self-correct old patterns of unhealthy choices, thoughts and words. Incorporate self-compassion and self-care techniques to soothe and support movement through difficult life circumstances.

  • Make choices to shift energy in healthy and life-enhancing ways.

  • Make requests from significant others to support desired shifts in consciousness.

Required Text/Readings

  • Lokos, Allan. 2010. Pocket Peace: Effective Practices for Enlightened Living. New York: Penguin Group.

  • Borysenko, Joan. 2001. Inner Peace for Busy People: 52 Simple Strategies for Transforming Your Life. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc.

Recommended Text/Readings

  • Hay, Louise; Khadro, Ahlea; Dane, Heather. 2014. Loving Yourself to Great Health: Thoughts & Food–TheUltimateDiet.Carlsbad,CA:HayHouse,Inc.

  • Murray, Elizabeth. 2014. Living Life in Full Bloom: 120 Daily Practices to Deepen Your Passion, Creativity,&Relationships.NewYork:RodaleBooks.

  • Sterne, Noelle. 2012. Trust Your Life: Forgive Yourself and Go After Your Dreams. Unity Village, MO:UnityBooks.

Course Dates

  • Wednesday, November 4 @ 6:30–8:30 PM

  • Wednesday, November 11 @ 6:30–8:30 PM

  • Wednesday, November 18 @ 6:30–8:30 PM

  • Wednesday, November 25 @ 6:30–8:30 PM

  • Wednesday, December 2 @ 6:30–8:30 PM

Location

This course will be conducted online via Zoom. The relevant details to connect will be emailed to registered participants.

Course Fee

The fee for this five-week course is set to $85. You are welcome to contribute to our scholarship fund to support those who may require financial support.

Scholarship Fund

Many of our classes, workshops, and events provide opportunities to apply for a partial scholarship to cover the fees. If you would you like to participate in this class and require assistance, please fill out our Partial Scholarship Fund form.

Registration

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