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#  Mindfulness Mondays - Self-Compassion 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 October 16, 20231:00 pm to 1:30 pm EST

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=110229&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Woman sitting on the couch drinking coffee](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/mindfulness-mondays-event-banner-2026.png?itok=NDgQPEBe)  Did you know that whatever you practice, whether it's a new skill or a habitual thought pattern, it grows a stronger neural pathway in the brain? Join Integrative Health Coach and MBSR instructor Lisa Varno, as we explore letting go of patterns of self-judgment and self-criticism, and instead strengthen a new "muscle" as we practice self-compassion. During this session, you will be introduced to the work of Dr. Kristen Neff as we learn about the three elements of self-compassion and practice a loving-kindness meditation.

Whether this is your first mindfulness Monday, or you are a returning participant, these sessions are created with the intention of including everyone. There will be time for questions following the practice.

### Speaker

**Lisa Varno, MMEd, E-RYT, YACEP** - Certified Integrative Health Coach, Trained at Duke Integrative Medicine

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

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 This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

 

 

  ##  Upcoming Events 

   Educational Events 

###  [ Georgia Chapter Parkinson's Symposium ](/events/2026/GASymposium) 

 Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the Georgia Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

 August 29, 2026Cumming, GA

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118229&view=RSVP) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon ](/events/2026/champions-sydney) 

 Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.

 August 29, 2026Sydney, Australia, 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://sm26.grassrootz.com/parkinsonschampions/vip/new) 

  Educational Events

###  [ Mindfulness Mondays - Mental Wellbeing ](/events/2026/Aug31MM) 

 Each month, Dr. Rush invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself and your Parkinson’s community through a guided mindfulness practice. Together, we’ll explore simple ways to ground the body, calm the mind, and cultivate compassion and clarity that you can carry into your week.

 August 31, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117730&view=RSVP) 

  

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 ###  PD Health @ Home 

 Join us for new, weekly virtual wellness programs! Take part in one or all of our events that cover: mindfulness, interviews with experts and guided exercise.

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