Radical Acceptance: Letting Go of Self-Judgment

Join us for an open, grounded conversation inspired by Tara Brach’s work on Radical Acceptance — the practice of meeting our thoughts, emotions, and life circumstances with clarity and compassion instead of self-criticism or resistance.
You don’t need any background in meditation or psychology to join. We’ll explore accessible ideas such as:

• The “trance of unworthiness” — the quiet belief that something is wrong with us
• How resistance and self-judgment amplify stress
• What acceptance actually means (and why it is not passivity)
• The RAIN method: a simple, practical way to work with difficult emotions
• How compassion creates real emotional freedom

This is a relaxed, supportive space where you choose your level of participation. Sharing is optional; listening is welcome. The focus is on understanding ourselves better, building emotional resilience, and having an honest conversation about being human.

Who’s this for?
Anyone interested in mindfulness, emotional growth, or easing self-judgment. First-timers welcome.

What to bring:
Optional journal or notes, comfortable clothing, and an open mind.
Tone:
Warm, steady, non-judgmental.
This is not therapy and not a meditation class — just thoughtful dialogue and practical insights.