Self-Compassion: Easier Said Than Done? Workshop by Dr. Rivera
Sat, 04 Oct
|College Hall, JCSV IV HKU
Workshop is open to all residents across the four colleges of JCSV IV! However, please note that attendance is limited & the priority for registration will be given to College 1 residents. Refreshments will be provided.
Time & Location
04 Oct 2025, 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
College Hall, JCSV IV HKU , 4號 Police School Rd, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong
Guests
About the event
In this workshop, a holistic view of 'self-compassion' will be combined, encompassing neuroscientific, cultural, psychological, educational and artistic viewpoints. Students will also be given a chance to take part in activities that encourage them to think about their own perceptions of themselves (anonymously, promise!) This will lead on to a reflective exercise, which provide practical and powerful ideas on healing, health and happiness. Feelings will be recognized, named and shared (as far as participants are comfortable sharing), for better self-compassion, an absolutely vital and important capacity to develop as students embark on their studies and enter these next chapters in their lives.
Dr. Michael Rivera is an anthropologist based at HKU Faculty of Social Sciences. He is also a MindHK Mental Health Ambassador, speaking with public audiences about his own experiences of depression and his recovery journey. His academic research focuses on human cultures, histories and identities. He teaches classes on…