S1 E22: Self-Love, Inner Dialogue & the Practice of Compassion | A Collective Conversation Part 1

What does it truly mean to love yourself?In this heartfelt episode of The Inner Practice, host Jackie Vandertuin is joined by returning guests Cailea Davis, Jasmine Deleon, and Megan Pomeransky for an honest and thoughtful conversation about self-love, self-compassion, and the stories we tell ourselves.Drawing inspiration from the Buddha's teaching, "You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection," this discussion explores the many dimensions of self-love—from navigating mistakes and challenges to recognizing our inherent worth.Together, Jackie, Cailea, Jasmine, and Megan reflect on:• The origins of our inner critic and how it influences our lives• How compassionate thinking can transform our relationship with ourselves• Viewing mistakes as opportunities for growth rather than evidence of failure• The hidden beauty revealed through life's challenges• What it means to truly believe we are deserving of love and affection• The yogic principle of Ahimsa (non-harming) and how it applies to self-compassion• The role yoga plays in cultivating self-love, self-acceptance, and healthy boundaries• How our practice on the mat influences the way we care for ourselves off the matThis episode is a gentle invitation to examine your inner world, soften your self-judgment, and begin cultivating a deeper relationship with yourself, one that is rooted in compassion, acceptance, and authenticity.Join us for a meaningful conversation about learning to come home to ourselves.If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who may benefit from the conversation, leave a review, or reach out to share your own story of healing and growth through yoga.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you enjoyed this show, make sure you like, subscribe, follow and download the episode or simply leave a comment.  I would love to hear from you!  Please feel free to share your thoughts, episode ideas or simply to say "hello"!This episode is sponsored by Jackie Vandertuin Therapy.  With over 30 years of practice as a Certified Athletic Therapist and professor of Athletic Therapy, coupled with her experience as a yoga therapist, Jackie Vandertuin MSc, CAT(C), will help guide you in the management and treatment of various disorders including:  low back pain, sprains, strains, anxiety and depression.  Reach out www.jackievandertuintherapy.com  for a free discovery call.If would like to be a guest of this podcast, please reach out to jackie@jackievandertuintherapy with a short bio of your story and how yoga has helped you in your journey of healing.If you are interested in sponsoring an episode or this podcast, reach out to Jackie Vandertuin at [email protected] in touch at:Website:  https://www.jackievandertuintherapy.comInstagram:  jackie_vandertuin_therapyFacebook:  Jackie Vandertuin TherapyTo support the show, feel free to buy me a coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/theinnerpractice