Unlocking Us with Brené Brown Brené with Chris Germer on the Near and Far Enemies of Fierce Compassion, Part 1 of 2
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Nov 30, 2022 Clinical psychologist Chris Germer, co-developer of Mindful Self-Compassion program, discusses the dichotomy of fierce compassion, near and far enemies of compassion, balancing tenderness and action, emotional reactivity challenges, and the importance of mindfulness and self-kindness in fostering genuine compassion.
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Mystical Experience
- Chris Germer had a mystical experience with golden light while meditating in Germany in 1976.
- This experience inspired his lifelong journey integrating contemplative wisdom with Western psychology.
Brené's Realization
- Brené Brown had a profound realization in Galway, Ireland, while meditating on a heart-shaped stone.
- She realized her fear often manifests as causing fear in others.
Near Enemies
- The concept of "near enemies" describes qualities that resemble virtues but undermine them.
- These require introspection and reflection to differentiate from true virtues.