Often the way we talk to ourselves internally is drastically different from how we speak to others. If a friend lost their job, you’d likely console them and lend encouragement and a helping hand. If it was you, would the conversation be the same? Or would you belittle yourself, fill with doubt, and feel angry? Turns out, self compassion is a skill most of u ... Show More
Jan 22
Why Negative Self-Talk Feels True (And How to Stop Believing It)
Negative self-talk isn’t just annoying — it can quietly shape our decisions, confidence, and impact our mental health. But what if silencing that inner critic isn’t about positive affirmations, gratitude journals, or pretending everything is fine?In this episode, host Gabe Howard ... Show More
23m 15s
Jan 8
When Faith Hurts: Religion, Trauma, and Mental Health
For many people, religion is a source of comfort — but what happens when it becomes a source of fear, shame, or lifelong anxiety? In this episode, author Cassandra Brandt shares her deeply personal journey through religious indoctrination, purity culture, and the hidden mental he ... Show More
28m 8s
Apr 2021
EP225 - Self Compassion and Sexual Health with Chris Germer, PhD
<div> <p><span>Welcome to episode 225 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I'm delighted to welcome Chris Germer, PhD to the podcast. In this episode, </span><span>Dr.</span> <span>Germer talks to me about self-compassion, the power of kindness and how you can learn to let go of yo ... Show More
29m 46s
Aug 2023
Dr. Kristin Neff On Showing Yourself Compassion
Best-Selling Author, Professor, Researcher, and Co-Founder of The Center For Mindful Self-Compassion, Dr. Kristin Neff, joins host Chrissy Rutherford on this episode of “I’m Fine, You?,” a mental health podcast brought to you by Maybelline New York’s Brave Together Initiative, to ... Show More
43m 33s
Jun 2021
Self-Compassion Ain't Always Soft | Kristin Neff
There's a widely held assumption that if you have a warmer, friendlier relationship with yourself, you will not only slack off and be ineffective, but also that you will be a doormat. My guest today says: not true. She's making the case that self-compassion, when properly underst ... Show More
1h 1m
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>How self compassion works, how to practice it, and what the research says about the benefits.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>GUEST BIO:</p> < ... Show More