Episode 29: Self-Forgiveness as Self-Compassion, Reflections from Dr Elia Gourgouris Episode

Why are we often harder on ourselves than we are on others? Amy and Mark reflect on the conversation in the last episode with Dr. Elia Gourouris, America’s Happiness Doctor, particularly around the importance of self-forgiveness. Listen in to hear about: - Self-forgiveness as the ultimate act of self-compassion. - How we see our mistakes as much bigger than others see them. - The impact and importance of aligning with our purpose to truly feel alive. Join the conversation, and add to it with your thoughts in the show notes. What tips can you provide to bolster self-forgiveness and alignment? Let’s drop the bag of rocks we’re proverbially carrying and lighten our emotional load through self-forgiveness. Dr. Elia Gourgouris (Gore-Gur-Ees) also known as America's Happiness Doctor, is the author of the best-selling book, 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness which has been translated in 5 languages. He co-authored the highly acclaimed book 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics and Other Disasters. The first half of his career he built a thriving private practice as a Clinical Psychologist (all word of mouth) before moving on to become an international speaker and an Executive Coach working with C-Suite leaders. His message is featured in respected publications and media around the world. With his Positive Psychology background and through his books, keynotes, coaching, and podcast interviews he has helped hundreds of thousands of people both in their careers and in their relationships to achieve happiness and success. As an inspirational speaker, he frequently presents at international conferences focusing on Happiness, Corporate Wellness, and Mental Health. He's the host of a new TV show called The Happy Hour w/ Dr. Elia on the Mental Health Television Network https://mhtn.org/ Finally he's producing a documentary feature film titled For Such A Time As This on the impact of kindness worldwide! He splits his time between the US and Greece/Europe. Contact Dr. Elia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thehappinessdoctor/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.eliag/ https://www.facebook.com/elia.gourgouris https://www.dreliagourgouris.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices