SELF-LEADERSHIP
FOR EMPOWERING
NEURODIVERGENT ADUlTS
Self-leadership means being able to make more mindful choices that feel kind and authentic for yourself and others. This involves 2 key factors which are mindfulness and self-compassion. Mindfulness offers us access to being curious about what is happening in any given moment. Self-compassion comes from a place of openness and care, which can also include fierce self-compassion components that can support us to take purposeful action.
Ultimately self-leadership means being more led by your authentic, mindful choices that come from a sense of care, rather than being led by automatic mind-less tendencies that may have been passed down to us from various parts of our society. Also many of us can often be led by our unhelpful thoughts, beliefs and emotions that can get in the way of living each day in meaningful and authentic ways. Through the exploration of various mindfulness and self-compassion practices we can get to know and befriend the various parts of ourselves which can then foster the many gifts of self-leadership. To me this self-leadership is really about becoming your own best friend, ally or leader.
We are all unique for what works for us for developing mindfulness practices and it is important to be given opportunities to discover what works for each of us. And this is especially the case for those of us who have neurodivergent brains, as we tend to need to develop the mindfulness and self-compassion tools and practices that we can easily use in our everyday lives.
I am excited to share that I am in the process of creating some self-leadership mindfulness workshops that are based on my training in teaching trauma sensitive mindfulness and self-compassion practices, that also incorporate my training in the 'Internal Family Systems' (IFS) Model developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz. An excellent self-help book about the 'Internal Family Systems' (IFS) Model is 'No Bad Parts' by Dr. Richard Schwartz. These workshops will also include information about neurodivergent brain differences, neuroscience and neurodivergent-friendly adaptations for mindfulness and self-compassion practices.
These workshops are designed to support the needs of neurodivergent adults (such as ADHD, PDA, Autism, Highly Sensitive Person, etc). And are inclusive to people of all neurotypes, all ability levels, and all identities. Also these offerings are available to people across Canada, as well as in other countries! All brains are welcome!
Please stay tuned and to see below for how to be kept in the loop when more information about these workshops becomes available!
ABOUT ME:
I am a certified mindfulness teacher and I am passionate about teaching mindfulness in an inclusive, accessible and trauma-sensitive manner. I completed the 2-year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP) led by Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. This 'Mindfulness Teacher Certification' was awarded by Sounds True, the Awareness Training Institute, and the University of California at Berkley's Greater Good Science Center.
Additional mindfulness teacher training programs I have completed:
-The Complete Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Training-Part 1 & 2
-Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher Training Course
-Internal Family Systems (IFS) for Trauma-Sensitive Practitioners
Ultimately self-leadership means being more led by your authentic, mindful choices that come from a sense of care, rather than being led by automatic mind-less tendencies that may have been passed down to us from various parts of our society. Also many of us can often be led by our unhelpful thoughts, beliefs and emotions that can get in the way of living each day in meaningful and authentic ways. Through the exploration of various mindfulness and self-compassion practices we can get to know and befriend the various parts of ourselves which can then foster the many gifts of self-leadership. To me this self-leadership is really about becoming your own best friend, ally or leader.
We are all unique for what works for us for developing mindfulness practices and it is important to be given opportunities to discover what works for each of us. And this is especially the case for those of us who have neurodivergent brains, as we tend to need to develop the mindfulness and self-compassion tools and practices that we can easily use in our everyday lives.
I am excited to share that I am in the process of creating some self-leadership mindfulness workshops that are based on my training in teaching trauma sensitive mindfulness and self-compassion practices, that also incorporate my training in the 'Internal Family Systems' (IFS) Model developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz. An excellent self-help book about the 'Internal Family Systems' (IFS) Model is 'No Bad Parts' by Dr. Richard Schwartz. These workshops will also include information about neurodivergent brain differences, neuroscience and neurodivergent-friendly adaptations for mindfulness and self-compassion practices.
These workshops are designed to support the needs of neurodivergent adults (such as ADHD, PDA, Autism, Highly Sensitive Person, etc). And are inclusive to people of all neurotypes, all ability levels, and all identities. Also these offerings are available to people across Canada, as well as in other countries! All brains are welcome!
Please stay tuned and to see below for how to be kept in the loop when more information about these workshops becomes available!
ABOUT ME:
I am a certified mindfulness teacher and I am passionate about teaching mindfulness in an inclusive, accessible and trauma-sensitive manner. I completed the 2-year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (MMTCP) led by Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. This 'Mindfulness Teacher Certification' was awarded by Sounds True, the Awareness Training Institute, and the University of California at Berkley's Greater Good Science Center.
Additional mindfulness teacher training programs I have completed:
-The Complete Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Training-Part 1 & 2
-Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher Training Course
-Internal Family Systems (IFS) for Trauma-Sensitive Practitioners
UPCOMING ONLINE WORKSHOPS
Join us for our upcoming supportive & nourishing online self-leadership workshops!
These workshops will include exploring mindfulness & self-compassion tools in a supportive group setting!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to nurture yourself and connect with others in a supportive virtual environment.
If you are interested and/or would like more information please send me an email to kristaotcoach@gmail.com (or click below)
& I will add you to the email list for when I send out information about these mindfulness workshops!
These workshops will include exploring mindfulness & self-compassion tools in a supportive group setting!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to nurture yourself and connect with others in a supportive virtual environment.
- Dates for workshops: will be posted here soon!
- Workshop structure: Talk, mindfulness practice (with optional movement practice) & discussion time
- Online: will take place online using Zoom
- Fees: will be posted soon
If you are interested and/or would like more information please send me an email to kristaotcoach@gmail.com (or click below)
& I will add you to the email list for when I send out information about these mindfulness workshops!
1:1 Self-Leadership Coaching Sessions
For those of you looking for 1:1 support with exploring and discovering the self-leadership, mindfulness and self-compassion practices that work for you!
Past Offerings:
Making Friends with Yourself: Intro to the RAIN of Self-compassion Meditation
Including variations to support the needs of adults who identify as ADHD/neurodivergent, highly sensitive, chronic pain/illness/disability & anyone else as well.
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Facilitated by Krista Van Iderstine
DATES: Tues Sept 3-Tues Sept 24, 2024
TIMES: 5-6:15 pm MST
ONLINE: Using Zoom platform
FEES: Free* *Register if you can attend all 4 live sessions as this is part of my practicum (see below)
The RAIN of Self-compassion is an applied mindfulness practice that can be helpful for making friends with ourselves and our experiences (especially our challenging day-to-day experiences). During the classes you will learn about and explore some variations of this practice to discover what works best for you. This 4-session introduction to the RAIN practice can support you with taking steps towards cultivating more self-compassion in your daily life. Developing self-compassion is a powerful and life-long journey of shifting our relationship with ourself from being our own worst enemy, to becoming a kind and supportive friend that we can regularly call on.
**Please note that previous experience with basic mindfulness meditation practices is recommended for taking this course (such as having participated in some form of introduction to mindfulness class that included mindfulness of body, thoughts, and emotions).
This 4-week course contains:
DATES: Tues Sept 3-Tues Sept 24, 2024
TIMES: 5-6:15 pm MST
ONLINE: Using Zoom platform
FEES: Free* *Register if you can attend all 4 live sessions as this is part of my practicum (see below)
The RAIN of Self-compassion is an applied mindfulness practice that can be helpful for making friends with ourselves and our experiences (especially our challenging day-to-day experiences). During the classes you will learn about and explore some variations of this practice to discover what works best for you. This 4-session introduction to the RAIN practice can support you with taking steps towards cultivating more self-compassion in your daily life. Developing self-compassion is a powerful and life-long journey of shifting our relationship with ourself from being our own worst enemy, to becoming a kind and supportive friend that we can regularly call on.
**Please note that previous experience with basic mindfulness meditation practices is recommended for taking this course (such as having participated in some form of introduction to mindfulness class that included mindfulness of body, thoughts, and emotions).
This 4-week course contains:
- Short talks about different aspects of the RAIN of Self-compassion practice
- Variations and tools for discovering what works for you
- Discussion time to ask questions
- Handouts & links to recorded meditations will be provided
Creating Space For Yourself: Introduction to Mindfulness
Including variations to support the needs of adults who identify as ADHD/neurodivergent, highly sensitive, chronic pain/illness/disability & anyone else as well
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Facilitated by Krista Van Iderstine
DATES: Tues May 7-Tues Jun 11, 2024
FEES: Free* *Register if you can attend all 6 live sessions as this is part of my practicum (see below)
Mindfulness is a natural human capacity that can be increased through regular practice. Also, each person has unique individual differences, and can benefit from discovering what works for them for engaging in mindfulness in meaningful ways. Mindfulness can help us to get to know ourselves better and respond to ourselves with more kindness and care.
By the end of this 6 part introduction to mindfulness class you will have been provided with information and tools for helping you to engage in regular mindfulness and self-compassion practices. The teachings will include variations you can explore to see what works best for you. Engaging in regular mindfulness practices can be a helpful way to create space for yourself in the midst of busy daily life!
This 6-week introductory course contains:
• Short talks on mindfulness & self-compassion practices
• Basic mindfulness meditation practices such as breath (and other anchors), body, emotions, thoughts & self-compassion
• Variations and tools for discovering what works for you
• Discussion time to ask questions
Including variations to support the needs of adults who identify as ADHD/neurodivergent, highly sensitive, chronic pain/illness/disability & anyone else as well
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Facilitated by Krista Van Iderstine
DATES: Tues May 7-Tues Jun 11, 2024
FEES: Free* *Register if you can attend all 6 live sessions as this is part of my practicum (see below)
Mindfulness is a natural human capacity that can be increased through regular practice. Also, each person has unique individual differences, and can benefit from discovering what works for them for engaging in mindfulness in meaningful ways. Mindfulness can help us to get to know ourselves better and respond to ourselves with more kindness and care.
By the end of this 6 part introduction to mindfulness class you will have been provided with information and tools for helping you to engage in regular mindfulness and self-compassion practices. The teachings will include variations you can explore to see what works best for you. Engaging in regular mindfulness practices can be a helpful way to create space for yourself in the midst of busy daily life!
This 6-week introductory course contains:
• Short talks on mindfulness & self-compassion practices
• Basic mindfulness meditation practices such as breath (and other anchors), body, emotions, thoughts & self-compassion
• Variations and tools for discovering what works for you
• Discussion time to ask questions