The One You Feed How to Practice Self Compassion with Dr. Shauna Shapiro
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Mar 31, 2023 Dr. Shauna Shapiro, a professor and mindfulness expert, dives into the transformative power of self-compassion. She discusses the crucial elements of mindfulness: intention, attention, and attitude, advocating for small daily practices to cultivate these traits. Shapiro explores how shame can hinder growth and emphasizes the importance of self-kindness. Listeners will learn about the 'Good Morning, I Love You' practice, the concept of self-liberation versus self-improvement, and how setting flexible intentions can enhance personal well-being.
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Shauna's Mindfulness Introduction
- Shauna Shapiro was introduced to mindfulness after spinal fusion surgery at 17.
- Her father gave her Jon Kabat-Zinn's book, sparking her mindfulness journey.
Finding Peace Within
- Mindfulness offered a way to find peace amidst external chaos and suffering.
- Shauna's monastery experience showed happiness isn't solely determined by external circumstances.
The Importance of Attitude
- A monk corrected Shauna, saying she wasn't practicing mindfulness, but impatience and judgment.
- He emphasized how we pay attention matters as much as paying attention itself.
