Emancipate Your Mind: 014: Developing Self-Compassion

Do you find it really hard to forgive yourself when you make mistakes? Are you harder on yourself than anyone else? Many of us were taught that having compassion for ourselves would lead to weakness and self-indulgence, but studies over the past decade have proven differently. Self compassion has been shown to be a trait of some of the most resilient, courageous, and kind people on the planet. Self compassion is also one of the most helpful gifts we can give ourselves when healing from trauma, depression, anxiety…and can even help us rewrite narcissistic traits. Listen in for as we discuss the common myths about self compassion and the truth that science has uncovered about the incredible ways developing more love and compassion for yourself can change your life and your outlook on other people. WANT MORE? If you’d like to be part of an online community where we take the podcast topics and pull them apart for discussion and further learning, talk about all the religious transition things, and just enjoy each other’s company, join my free “Emancipate Yourself” Facebook group at this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/370375144009891 Or if you want to follow me for religious and psychological insights, commentary on events in the world, links to other people doing great work related to religion, and little windows into my real life, follow me on Instagram or Reddit @EmancipatedMolly , TikTok @EmancipatedTeri , or Twitter @EmancipatedTeri. If you have a question or want to talk about further coaching support, please email me at [email protected]