There’s a fine line between self-care and indulgent complacency. At the same time, there’s a fine line between self-encouragement and being harsh with ourselves. Today, check in with the self-compassion spectrum and be aware of where you fall.
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Today
The Exhaustion Of Trying To Stay Young
The promise of staying young can be hard to resist. There's always another product to try, another sign of aging to fix, another way to feel like we're keeping time at bay. Dora recognizes that anxious pull, even as she questions the belief underneath it: that getting older means ... Show More
6m 12s
Oct 21
When Your Identity Becomes Your Job
A job can give us purpose, community, and a sense of belonging. A role can help us understand where we fit and what people need from us. But as Dora's mom considers retirement, Dora sees how unsettling it can be to imagine life without a role you've inhabited for decades. When so ... Show More
7m 44s
Oct 19
Are You Playing It Safer Than You Need To?
Sometimes playing it safe doesn't feel like fear. It looks like being sensible, waiting for the right time, or convincing yourself that you'll revisit the idea when life settles down. Dora sees how easily people can remain at the edge of a life they want, including herself. But w ... Show More
5m 36s
Jan 2025
Cultivate Self-Compassion (Female Voice)
Hey beautiful soul, it’s Jody Agard here.
We can be so hard on ourselves, so this is a moment to slow down and cultivate a little more self-compassion. You deserve kindness, and this meditation is a gentle reminder to give it to yourself.
So, get comfortable, take a deep breath, ... Show More
10m 48s
Feb 2025
A Meditation to Be Gentle With Yourself (Female Voice)
Hey, it’s Jody Agard here.
Sometimes we’re our own toughest critics. Today’s meditation is a gentle reminder to be kind to yourself, to offer the love and compassion you deserve.
So, find a cozy spot, take a deep breath, and let’s begin.
Xo, Jody
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11m 34s
Jun 2020
60. Don't Be Hard on Yourself in Your Self Love Journey
Hey girl! In this episode, we talk about what it looks like when we criticize how we heal, how fast we heal, and what our progress looks like. We talk about why we need to be more gentle on ourselves and why self-love has its ups and downs and why that's normal. Can't wait to cat ... Show More
16m 36s