October 10 | The Courage to Care Masterclass & Fundraiser

Saturday, October 10, 2026 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Pacific Time 12:00 PM–3:00 PM Eastern Time 4:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC Live Online via Zoom In honor of World Mental Health Day, join us for a three-hour live online masterclass and fundraiser, The Courage to Care: Compassion for Ourselves and Our World. Through teaching, guided practice, and reflection, we’ll explore how self-compassion and courageous care can help us: Stay present in the face of uncertainty and upheaval Move beyond helplessness and disengagement Find strength in common humanity and community Find the courage to act with compassion for ourselves and our world Featuring psychologist and best-selling author Rick Hanson, PhD; physician and MSC Teacher Jonathan Walker, MD; and CMSC Education Director and MSC Teacher Trainer Lisa Baylis, MEd — with a welcome from CMSC Co-Founder Christopher Germer, PhD, and an opening meditation and introduction by CMSC Co-Founder Kristin Neff, PhD. What You’ll Take Away Through teaching, guided practice, reflection, and shared learning, you’ll explore: A broader understanding of compassion as a force for personal and collective well-being Practical ways to care deeply without becoming depleted A stronger sense of common humanity and connection in a divided world Ways to bring greater courage and compassion into everyday life and leadership Practices for moving from helplessness toward purposeful, compassionate action Please Note This is a live, three-hour online event held via Zoom. Missed use of coupon codes or other credits cannot be refunded after purchase. Please review our full refund guidelines here.