How One Hashtag Built a Global Compassion Community | Chris Winson

In this special episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, I sit down with Chris Winson, the heart and soul behind the beloved #365DaysOfCompassion initiative.For over eight years, Chris has cultivated a digital refuge for those drawn to compassion-focused ideas—sharing daily posts, uplifting articles, music, memes, and his beautifully curated monthly reflections. What began as a hashtag on Twitter blossomed into a secure base and gathering place for compassionistas around the world.As Chris steps back from regular posting, this conversation is both a celebration and a heartfelt thank you. We talk about the origins of #365DaysOfCompassion, the personal journey that inspired it, and the highs and lows of sustaining compassionate community online. Chris also opens up about his lived experience with depression, his journey with therapy, and the importance of making Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) more accessible.From book clubs to Chisi Awards, from Terry Pratchett to the evolution of digital compassion spaces—this is a rich and moving conversation with someone who has given so much to so many.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction to Chris Winson and #365DaysOfCompassion02:30 Chris’s Personal Journey with Depression06:11 The Birth of #365DaysOfCompassion14:58 Creating a Safe Haven on Social Media22:35 The Evolution of the Compassion Community30:36 The Book Club and Other Initiatives35:09 Expanding Content to YouTube35:35 Challenges and Insights of Regular Content Creation36:08 Exploring CFT and Its Accessibility38:18 The Evolution of CFT Resources40:23 The Chisi Awards: A Playful Tradition44:14 Terry Pratchett's Influence and Personal Insights51:28 Balancing Leadership and Personal Well-being57:00 Reflecting on the Journey and the Future of the Hashtag01:04:35 Concluding Thoughts and GratitudeLINKS:Chris Winson on Substackhttps://substack.com/@compassionatenature#365daysofcompassion on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/385641661879755Say hi on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drstansteindlTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/StanSteindlInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_stan_steindl/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-steindl-150a5264/Website: https://www.stansteindl.com/YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/1y_0Ng4-LbY*Affiliate Disclaimer:Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!Video hashtags:compassion, selfcompassion, cft, mentalhealth, community, kindness