Dr Sogge on Discovering Your Compassionate Inner Voice

  In this episode Dr Sogge offers an evening talk at a Mindful Self Compassion Intensive at the Ecology Retreat Center in Ontario, Canada.  Dr. Kimberly Sogge guides a compassionate inquiry to develop our relationship between our compassionate inner voice and all of our parts of Self.   Through reflective writing and meditation, listeners are guided to discover personal phrases and intentions that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. The episode also highlights the significance of tuning into one's deeply held needs and aligning wishes with universal human needs. Practical examples and insights from Dr. Sogge's personal experiences enrich the session, making it a transformative exploration into creating a flourishing life.   00:00 Introduction to Thriving with Dr. Sogge 00:43 The Power of Compassionate Language 01:56 Intentions vs. Wants in Self-Compassion 02:41 Breaking Barriers with Compassion 03:36 Crafting Personal Self-Compassion Phrases 09:15 The Role of Tone in Self-Compassion 10:33 Exploring Universal Human Needs 12:16 Reflective Writing Practice 13:32 Dialogue Between Compassionate Self and the Internal Family System 36:04 Receiving and Believing Compliments 41:08 Cultivating Internal Safeness 42:20 Conclusion and Next Steps