Cultivating Self-Compassion
Sharon shares her transformative experience with Metta practice, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion as a source of strength and connection to others. The conversation delves into the misconception of self-indulgence versus self-preoccupation, highlighting the role of inner abundance in fostering genuine generosity and care.In this clip
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Related Questions
How can one cultivate self-compassion?
I've heard about the practice of metta or loving-kindness, but usually I feel like this practice isn't directed at the future self specifically. Can you clarify how loving-kindness meditation can be directed at the future self?
Can kindness and compassion be trained as discussed in the episode \[Rerun] Kristin Neff on The Healing Power of Self-Compassion and the clip Embracing Self-Compassion?