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Compassion Collective Podcast

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Episode 14: Uncovering Worthiness

Episode 13: How to Support Yourself Before, During, and After an Activating Event

Episode 13: How to Support Yourself Before, During, and After an Activating Event

In Episode 14, we discuss the notion of worthiness as something we all innately have as human beings. Rather than waiting for the feeling of worthiness to occur and affirm that we are indeed worthy, what would it look like to lead with behaviors that communicate worthiness and notice the experiences that follow. 

Episode 13: How to Support Yourself Before, During, and After an Activating Event

Episode 13: How to Support Yourself Before, During, and After an Activating Event

Episode 13: How to Support Yourself Before, During, and After an Activating Event

In Episode 13, we discuss the ways we can practice self-compassion in anticipation of, during, and following a situation that feels stressful or challenging.

Episode 12: Self-Compassion Going Into the Holidays

Episode 12: Self-Compassion Going Into the Holidays

Episode 12: Self-Compassion Going Into the Holidays

In Episode 12,  we discuss the myriad challenges and struggles that can arise for folks going into the holidays and some important ways we can support ourselves, practice self-compassion, and bolster resilience through this period.

Episode 11: Cultivating Calm

Episode 12: Self-Compassion Going Into the Holidays

Episode 12: Self-Compassion Going Into the Holidays

In Episode 11,  we discuss the 3 circle model of emotion regulation in depth and focus on how we can begin to strengthen our soothing-affiliative system and cultivate greater calm in our lives.

Episode 10: Living Our Values

Episode 12: Self-Compassion Going Into the Holidays

Episode 10: Living Our Values

In Episode 10, we speak with Dr. Steve Bisgaier, a clinical psychologist and expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). In this episode, we learn about the overlap between ACT and self-compassion and explore how these practices can help us live in greater alignment with our values. We also discuss how our brains evolved to think the way they do and how our minds can be activated in this modern landscape.

Episode 9: An Open Heart

Episode 7: Reflections on Our Conversation with Drs. Tirch

Episode 10: Living Our Values

In Episode 9,  we share a special conversation with Dr. Kelly Wilson, co-founder of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). In this episode, we learn about the core elements of ACT: being present, living with an open heart, and intentionally engaging with our values. We also discuss the power of vulnerability and how we can re-orient towards shame and suffering with tenderness, generosity, and compassion. 

Episode 8: Self-Compassion During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Episode 7: Reflections on Our Conversation with Drs. Tirch

Episode 7: Reflections on Our Conversation with Drs. Tirch

In Episode 8, we sit down with self-proclaimed artist, writer, self-love advocate, and therapy enthusiast Tori Press @revelatori (https://www.revaltori.com), who is based in Los Angeles, California. We discuss with Tori what her journey with self-compassion has been, as well as how hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic have impacted mental health and overall wellbeing. Tori shares with listeners some of her own self-compassionate mindfulness practices. 

Episode 7: Reflections on Our Conversation with Drs. Tirch

Episode 7: Reflections on Our Conversation with Drs. Tirch

Episode 7: Reflections on Our Conversation with Drs. Tirch

In Episode 7, we reflect on our discussion with Drs. Dennis Tirch and Laura Silberstein-Tirch. We talk about shame and rejection of the self by the self, as well as practicing compassion for one another on a broader, global scale.

Episode 6: Slowing Down and Tuning In

Episode 5: Reflections on Our Conversation with Russell Kolts

Episode 5: Reflections on Our Conversation with Russell Kolts

In Episode 6, we meet with Drs. Dennis Tirch and Laura Silberstein Tirch. We explore the mind-body connection; how to slow down and re-inhabit the body when we have become disconnected and lost in intellectualization. We explore nurturing ourselves from within, and listeners are led through a grounding compassionate meditation.

Episode 5: Reflections on Our Conversation with Russell Kolts

Episode 5: Reflections on Our Conversation with Russell Kolts

Episode 5: Reflections on Our Conversation with Russell Kolts

In Episode 5, we reflect on our discussion with Dr. Russell Kolts. We discuss the three components of our emotion regulation system and identify ways in which they play out in our daily lives. We discuss how to activate and tap into our soothing system using self-awareness and self-compassion.

Episode 4: It Takes Courage

Episode 5: Reflections on Our Conversation with Russell Kolts

Episode 3: Reflections on Our Conversation with Paul Gilbert

In Episode 4, we are joined by licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Russell Kolts. We explore stigma and gender stereotypes related to compassion and how we can use self-compassion to cope with anger and intense emotions. Russell shares with listeners how he utilizes self-compassion in his own life.

Episode 3: Reflections on Our Conversation with Paul Gilbert

Episode 3: Reflections on Our Conversation with Paul Gilbert

Episode 3: Reflections on Our Conversation with Paul Gilbert

In Episode 3, we sit down informally to reflect on our recent conversation with Dr. Paul Gilbert (Episode 2). We discuss some of the topics that arose in our interview with Paul that we consider to be particularly important and relevant in our own everyday lives.

Episode 2: Where It All Begins

Episode 3: Reflections on Our Conversation with Paul Gilbert

Episode 1: Introduction to Compassion Collective

In Episode 2, we sit down with Founder of CFT, Dr. Paul Gilbert. We explore CFT's origins and introduce small steps toward fostering greater compassion and self-compassion (including using skills you already possess). We dispel myths about compassion and identify common barriers that often arise.

Episode 1: Introduction to Compassion Collective

Episode 3: Reflections on Our Conversation with Paul Gilbert

Episode 1: Introduction to Compassion Collective

In this introductory episode, we define compassion and discuss shame and self-criticism, themes that are core to understanding and practicing self-compassion. We will go over what you can expect to hear on this podcast series, as well as invite you to share your own stories of compassion.


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