Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness (MBTF)

Finding Peace and Harmony Within Ourselves and With Others.

Many religious and wisdom traditions regard forgiveness as an important path toward both inner and outer harmony. Contemporary research also suggests that a willingness to forgive can support health, well-being, and psychological resilience.

At the same time, forgiveness is not always an easy process. To support individuals on this journey, Joyce Cordus and Frits Koster developed the Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness (MBTF) program.

The MBTF program is designed for individuals with at least one year of mindfulness practice experience (such as MBSR, MBCT, or a regular mindfulness meditation practice).

Program Content

Throughout this online training, we will explore different dimensions of forgiveness, including:

Forgiving ourselves
Forgiving others
Asking for forgiveness

We will examine forgiveness both on an individual and collective level, exploring its relationship with culture, communities, and life experiences.

We will also address the dilemmas and challenges that may arise during the forgiveness process through a compassion-based approach.

The program draws inspiration from various traditions while remaining completely non-religious and accessible to people from all backgrounds.

Theoretical Perspectives

Different forms of forgiveness
Reconciliation and alternative approaches
Forgiveness through the lens of neuroscience and positive psychology

Experiential Practice

Guided mindfulness meditations
Partner and small-group exercises in Zoom breakout rooms
Whole-group discussions and shared inquiry
Written reflection options for participants who prefer not to share verbally
Practices for integrating forgiveness into daily life

Who Can Participate?

This program is suitable for individuals who have maintained a mindfulness practice for at least one year and would like to:

- Deepen their mindfulness practice
- Cultivate greater capacity for self-forgiveness and/or forgiveness of others

Program Schedule

The program consists of 6 online sessions held on Monday evenings from 19:00 to 21:30 (Turkey Time).

October 19, 2026
November 2, 2026
November 9, 2026
November 23, 2026
November 30, 2026
December 7, 2026

Each session lasts 2.5 hours and will be conducted live via Zoom.

All sessions will be recorded, and participants will have access to the recordings for three months after the program concludes.

Program Price

Early Bird Registration (until September 19, 2026): 15,000 TL

Regular Fee: 17,000 TL

VAT included.

The fee includes:

Participant workbook
Guided meditation audio recordings
Access to all session recordings

Payment Options

Bank Transfer

To secure your place, you may pay 50% of the program fee via bank transfer. The remaining balance can be paid before the program begins.

Alternatively, the total fee may be paid in three equal installments before the start of the program.

Please note that registration is confirmed upon receipt of payment and proof of transfer.

Credit Card

Secure online payment is available through Iyzico, offering either a single payment or up to six installments.

Please note that installment plans may include additional charges determined by Iyzico.

Teachers

Joyce Cordus

Joyce Cordus graduated from the University of Amsterdam in 1984 with a degree in Educational Sciences. She has worked extensively in education and higher education settings.

After completing her mindfulness teacher training in 2011, she began offering mindfulness programs for social work students, creative therapy students, and educators.

In 2021, she completed the MBCL Teacher Training Program and currently guides meditations through the Dutch online meditation platform 30NOW.

Website: www.joycecordus.nl

Frits Koster

Frits Koster has practiced Vipassana meditation since 1979. He spent five years living as a Buddhist monk in monasteries throughout Southeast Asia, deepening his understanding of Buddhist psychology.

He leads international retreats, teaches mindfulness and compassion programs, and provides training through various institutes.

Together with Erik van den Brink, he is the co-founder of the MBCL (Mindfulness-Based Compassionate Living) program.

Website: www.fritskoster.com

Program Host

Canan Coşkun Sayın

Canan Coşkun Sayın is Türkiye’s first Master Certified Coach (MCC) accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the first Turkish teacher recognized at the CMT-Master level by the International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA).

As the founder of the Mindfulness and Compassion Academy, she offers integrative programs that support the development of awareness, self-compassion, and inner resources.

Her approach combines contemporary science with contemplative wisdom traditions, emphasizing experiential learning and embodied understanding.

"Perhaps forgiveness is not about changing the past, but transforming our relationship with it."

The Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness offers a safe and supportive learning environment for participants who wish to explore the complex and sometimes challenging nature of forgiveness through the perspectives of mindfulness and compassion.

Throughout the program, we will investigate ways of relating to ourselves, others, and our life experiences with greater openness, understanding, and kindness.

To join this unique program, offered for the first time in Türkiye, please complete the registration form. For further information,

Mindfulness-Based Training in Forgiveness (MBTF)