REPLAY: The importance of self-compassion with Dr Michelle Woolhouse and Dr Kristin Neff

Dr Kristin Neff is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research and a passionate advocate for the inclusion of self-compassion for healthcare practitioners to both ensure optimal care for our patients while avoiding burnout. Kristin shares her definition of self-compassion, how it differs from self-esteem, her key findings around this important topic, and how we as healthcare practitioners can easily implement self-compassion into our own lives, and advocate for it with our patients. This podcast is a must listen for healthcare professionals and patients alike, who are looking to increase their patient care, resilience, reduce anxiety and stress, and adopt powerful lifestyle habits to increase self-compassion and love. COVERED IN THIS EPISODE (01:00) Welcoming Dr Kristin Neff (02:41) Kristin’s definition of compassion (13:16) Shame and its purpose (15:34) The difference between self compassion and self esteem (20:11) Self compassion as a powerful coping mechanism (24:24) Self protective mechanisms (28:03) The neurobiology of self compassion (35:21) The yin and yang of self compassion (42:42) Bringing self compassion into our clinical practice and for ourselves (47:42) Thanking Kristin and final remarks Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.bioceuticals.com.au/education/podcasts/the-importance-of-self-compassion Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: www.bioceuticals.com.au/signup/ DISCLAIMER: The information provided on fx Medicine by BioCeuticals is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.