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Raising Good Humans
S3 Ep 44: How To Teach (And Practice) Self-Compassion with Dr. Shauna Shapiro
Nov 3, 2023
Renowned psychologist and mindfulness expert Dr. Shauna Shapiro discusses the power of self-compassion in parenting. She shares insights on building a compassionate mindset, dealing with a child being hard on themselves, and fostering emotional growth in parents and kids.
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- Teaching self-compassion to children equips them with a powerful tool for navigating life's challenges and promotes resilience and well-being.
- Self-compassion is not about letting oneself off the hook, but rather being honest, supporting personal growth, and treating oneself with kindness and understanding.
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Teaching Kids Self-Love and Self-Compassion
In this episode, Dr. Eliza Pressman explores the topic of self-compassion, focusing on teaching children self-love and self-compassion. Dr. Shana Shapiro, a psychologist and mindfulness expert, joins as a guest. Dr. Shapiro shares her personal experience of practicing self-compassion during a challenging divorce and how it transformed her life. She emphasizes the importance of teaching children self-compassion and introduces her children's book, 'Good Morning, I Love You,' which aims to instill self-compassion in young readers. Self-compassion is distinguished from self-esteem and is shown to be a more reliable and beneficial source of support and motivation. Research demonstrates that self-compassion helps individuals make healthier choices and improves resilience and overall well-being. By cultivating self-compassion in children, we can equip them with a powerful tool for navigating life's challenges.
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