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Oct 2024
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Self Compassion When Life Is Hard | Mind...

Sean Fargo
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Today, we explore how to practice self-compassion in difficult times, when life feels tough and overwhelming. Sean Fargo, founder of Mindfulness Exercises and former Buddhist monk, shares his personal journey of navigating discomfort and emotional strain while hiking in Yosemite with a heavy backpack. He uses the experience to illustrate how we can meet pai ... Show More
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