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199. How to Cultivate Radical Self-Compassion in Tough Moments


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🎧 Life is full of setbacks, and it’s during those tough moments that self-compassion becomes more important than ever. But how do you show yourself love and kindness when your inner critic is the loudest voice in the room? In this episode, we’ll explore the transformative power of radical self-compassion and how it can help you move through challenges with grace and resilience. You’ll learn practical tools to silence self-judgment, nurture self-acceptance, and cultivate a compassionate relationship with yourself—even when life feels overwhelming.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • What radical self-love and self-compassion is and why it’s a game-changer for tough times
  • The science behind self-compassion and how it impacts your mental health
  • Practical strategies to practice self-compassion in real-time during setbacks
  • How to rewrite the story your inner critic tells you
  • Ways to build self-love and self-compassion into your daily routine for lasting resilience
  • How to use affirmations and self-kindness phrases to combat negative self-talk
  • The importance of “zooming out” to see the bigger picture when setbacks happen

  • Healing Tip of the Week: A guided Self-Compassion Pause you can use in the heat of tough moments to reset and show yourself love


    📚 Resources:

    • Book Recommendation: “Radical Self-Love” by Gala Darling
    • Guided Self-Compassion Pause (Healing Tip of the Week)

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