10% Happier with Dan Harris Deep Cuts: Kryptonite for the Inner Critic | Kristin Neff
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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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Kristin Neff's Introduction to Meditation
- Kristin Neff's life was a mess during her last year of graduate school, facing divorce and shame.
- Finding a Thich Nhat Hanh Sangha introduced her to self-compassion and its benefits.
Paradox of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
- Mindfulness aims to observe experiences non-judgmentally, while self-compassion holds the experiencer with friendliness.
- This creates a paradox: accepting painful experiences while offering kindness.
Expressing Self-Compassion
- Express self-compassion through physical touch, kind words, or simply acknowledging your struggles.
- Focus on the attitude of caring warmth, not specific language or actions.
