What if compassion isn’t just soft or sentimental—but a skill that strengthens your nervous system and your boundaries? In this episode of Relish, Alyssia Sheikh explores the science and practice of compassion and self-compassion, drawing distinctions from empathy, sharing embodied practices, and unpacking Kristin Neff’s research on both tender and fierce self-compassion. You’ll walk away with tools you can use right away, from hands-on-heart to compassionate journaling, to meet yourself with kindness and resilience. 

Show Notes: Episode 10 (See show notes link for all resources mentioned in this episode)

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Kristin Neff – Self-Compassion (Official Website), University of Texas at Austin(Resource hub with practices, guided meditations, and research from the pioneer of self-compassion.) https://self-compassion.org

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The Hoffman Institute (I am a Hoffman Process teacher. This podcast is not affiliated with the Hoffman Institute Foundation).