Healthcare professionals face unique stresses in their roles, including long hours, high patient loads, and emotionally challenging situations. This training introduces healthcare professionals to mindfulness and self-compassion as preventative measures to manage these stresses and enhance their well-being. Participants will learn what mindfulness and self-compassion are and why they are important for healthcare professionals, exploring how they can help maintain resilience and cope with the demands of their profession. The training will include mindfulness and self-compassion exercises to provide a practical experience of their benefits and will offer strategies for incorporating mindfulness and self-compassion into daily practice to promote overall wellness.  At the conclusion of this presentation, the participant should be able to:

1. Increase understanding of mindfulness and self-compassion and explain their relevance to healthcare professionals.
2. Identify the benefits of mindfulness and self-compassion for healthcare professionals, including stress reduction, improved well-being, and nurturing resilience.
3. Practice mindfulness and self-compassion exercises to experience their effects firsthand.
4. Learn practical strategies to incorporate mindfulness and self-compassion into daily routines, both personally and professionally, to enhance overall wellness and prevent burnout.