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EPISODE · Aug 7, 2014

Idiot Compassion - Giving Gone Wild

from Victoria Coen · host Transformation Talk Radio

How often have you said "yes" to giving someone what they want to avoid seeing them suffer or to avoid potential conflict? Have you given in, given up or given too much far too easily? When doing so, you may think you're offering genuine compassion. But this may really be idiotic pseudo-compassion, a well-meaning but misguided and counterproductive way of enabling others. True compassion takes wisdom, discernment about what's REALLY needed in a situation, tough love, and courage to say "no" in the face of fear, rejection and the pitfalls of co-dependence. Compassion calls upon us to be mindful and honest about our true reasons for giving, set clear boundaries and know when to say "enough" Join us for a rousing discussion and learn how giving to YOURSELF can actually be the most compassionate and empowering thing you can do for others. Imagine that

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