In this episode, Robin invites Chris back to chat with her about the “C”-word - compassion! Discover why compassion practices are so important, how we can do them virtually anywhere, and why do we need them?

In this episode, you will learn…

• What compassion is and how is it different from empathy?
• Why is compassion important and how is compassion related to our coming out late process?
• What does ‘doing the work’ mean? Some examples of ‘doing the work’ are: seeking support, self inquiry, getting quiet and listening inwardly.
• The importance-, and examples-of, Compassion Practices.
• The mental, physical and emotional benefits from practicing compassion..
• To believe, in this moment, that we are exactly where we are supposed to be.
• Wanna support your “Coming Out Late” podcast? Then please consider buying Robin a “virtual” coffee as a sign of your appreciation. Simply go to: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RobinDouglass

LINKS to RESOURCES:

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MESSY MIDDLE MONDAYS: EVERY Monday, 75 mins; 8pm EST, Zoom, $5 pp each week via Buy Me A Coffee. Register each week using this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RobinDouglass/e/165736

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2025 COMING OUT LATE RETREATS: NEWLY ADDED!

To be put on the email list for any/all of these retreats, email Robin at:, ([email protected]), (more locations will continue to be added). 

-NASHVILLE, TN - April 4, 5, 6 & 7, 2025

-KENNEBUNK, ME - June 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 2025

SMALL GROUP COACHING w/ROBIN DOUGLASS Struggling to make sense-of and manage this new aspect of your Coming Out Late life? I really do ‘get you’ and have been through it too. Be one of 6 late bloomers where we’ll tackle some of your biggest struggles in 60-minutes, for 6 weeks in a newly launched Small Group Coaching Program starting in January 2025. Email me at [email protected] and request my 1:1 OR Small Group Coaching Info Sheet.

SUPPORT ROBIN’S PODCAST: Wanna support our “Coming Out Late” podcast? Then please consider buying Robin a “virtual” coffee as a sign of your appreciation. Simply go to: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RobinDouglass