How we can use self-compassion to reduce rumination, feel safe while taking big risks, and improve our relationships with other people. Dr. Hanson and Forrest also explore what makes self-compassion different from self-pity or being on your own side.

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Timestamps:

0:15: What are the benefits of self-compassion?

1:30: How is self-compassion different from "being on your own side"?

1:55: What's the difference between self-compassion and self-pity?

2:30: How can we be compassionate to ourselves without coming across like a complainer?

4:20: The fastest way to get people to stop talking AT you.

5:55: Using self-compassion to fight rumination

8:15: The function of rumination: avoiding a dreaded experience.

11:00: How to become more self-compassionate.

16:53: Summary and ending.

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