Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement 3424: How to Break the Cycle of Self-Criticism by Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise on Mindfulness
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Dec 14, 2024 Rachel Shanken, author and mindfulness advocate, dives into the transformative power of self-compassion and mindfulness. She discusses how self-criticism affects our well-being and emphasizes the brain's neuroplasticity, promoting change in negative thought patterns. Shanken offers practical strategies to break free from the cycle of self-judgment. By fostering awareness and compassion, she inspires listeners to reshape their inner dialogue, leading to a more joyful and fulfilling life.
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The Neuroscience of Self-Criticism
- Repeated self-criticism strengthens neural pathways, making it harder to break the cycle.
- These criticisms, while harmful, once served a protective purpose by keeping you in your comfort zone.
Deepen Awareness & Reflect
- Deepen mind-body awareness by noticing sensations, emotions, and thoughts after reframing.
- Reflect on the experience and its origins in your past.
Compassionate Reframing
- Reframe negative self-talk with compassionate interpretations.
- Ask yourself what you'd say to a loved one in the same situation.