Self-compassion started as an academic interest, then became something much more personal.

In this episode, I share my compassion journey, the lessons I learned and and why it’s become an ongoing practice that continues to shape me as a coach and as a person.

You’ll hear about:

• Why the absence of criticism isn’t the same as the presence of courage, care, and wisdom.
• What shifted me from head knowledge to lived experience (and why group experiences were so powerful).
• The ways compassion has shown up in action—from moving countries to resting, to being more assertive in relationships.
• The resistances I had to work through, like struggling to rest, money guilt, and minimising my own needs.
• Why compassion is relational and often harder to receive than it is to give.
• What I’m still working on now, and a reflection question to take into your own life.

If you’ve ever wondered what compassion could look like beyond theory, this conversation will give you both perspective and direction.

🎧 Listen now to hear the moments that shaped my journey and the practices that continue to support it.

More Resources:

• Grab the free mini-course: Emotion Systems Audit – Download here
• Connect with Shannon on Instagram: @coachshannonbeer
• Learn more about compassion coaching: get the details here
• Join Body Image Fundamentals: learn more here