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Kristin Neff on Self Compassion

Mar 17, 2020
Kristin Neff, an Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, co-created the Mindful Self-Compassion program to help individuals cultivate kindness toward themselves. She dives into what self-compassion truly means, emphasizing its vital role in personal growth. Kristin dispels myths surrounding self-compassion and illustrates its strength in enhancing emotional resilience. Listeners are guided through practical exercises, learn to nurture a supportive inner dialogue, and discover how embracing our shared humanity can transform our self-perception.
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The Power of Practice

  • Practicing mindfulness and compassion strengthens neural pathways, similar to how negativity and fear strengthen their own pathways.
  • This concept, supported by neuroplasticity, emphasizes that what we repeatedly do shapes our brains.
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Defining Self-Compassion

  • Self-compassion involves treating yourself with the same kindness you would offer a dear friend.
  • It comprises mindfulness of your struggles, kindness towards yourself, and recognizing shared human experiences.
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Shared Human Experience

  • Recognizing that everyone experiences suffering helps us feel less alone in our struggles.
  • It shifts the perspective from personal failing to a shared human condition, offering perspective and connection.
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