Mindfulness involves a kind and self-compassionate stance toward the self. Rather than a self-compassionate attitude, many people suffer from a non-accepting and self-critical relationship with the self. The nature of this relationship is perhaps most clearly reflected by the inner critic: an internal voice that criticizes the self. In this session, you will become acquainted with your inner critic and by increasing your awareness of the inner critic and practicing self-compassion through meditation and self-caring action, you will learn to effectively cultivate a friendly and caring relationship with the self.