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Deep Cuts: Kryptonite for the Inner Critic | Kristin Neff
Aug 14, 2023
In this discussion, Kristin Neff, an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology and author of acclaimed books on self-compassion, shares her expertise on nurturing kindness toward oneself. She debunks myths surrounding self-compassion, emphasizing that it doesn’t equate to self-absorption. Listeners learn about the critical balance of compassion and assertiveness, especially for women, and practical strategies to cultivate a kinder inner dialogue, ultimately helping combat the inner critic and foster resilience.
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- Self-compassion is a valuable skill that reduces anxiety and improves well-being, without leading to passivity or self-absorption.
- Integrating both masculine and feminine energies is crucial in practicing self-compassion.
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Self-compassion is a mental skill that is easy to dismiss, but research shows it is valuable in reducing anxiety and improving overall well-being. It doesn't have to lead to passivity or self-absorption. Integrating both masculine and feminine energies is crucial, as self-compassion involves both being kind and supportive to oneself, as well as taking action and setting boundaries.
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