Dr. Kristin Neff joins me in talking about embracing self-compassion in parenting and leaving unproductive self-criticism behind.A pioneer in self-compassion research, she is currently an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. A global influence in psychology research, she authored the bestselling book Self-Compassion. Along with her colleague Chris Germer, she developed the Mindful Self-Compassion program, taught internationally, and co-wrote The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook. Her newest book is Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power, and Thrive.From her personal experiences and research findings, Dr. Neff discusses the difference self-compassion makes in the ability to cope with stress. Self-compassion allows us to recognize that we are not alone in our struggles and to do our best in good and bad times. If we learn to be more self-compassionate, we can respond to our children in a way that is more mindful, motivating, and helpful. She emphasizes we are not helping anyone, including our children, by being harshly self-critical.In addition, self-compassion changes our self-worth, which is proven to reduce negative body image and eating disorders. Contrary to popular belief that self-compassion undermines motivation, Dr. Neff explains that compassion leads to effective motivation. It gives us a safety net to take risks and the security of unconditional acceptance.Self-compassion is a skill and a practice that we rarely learn naturally. For Dr. Neff, it is like a superpower that will change our ability to handle the challenging moments in our lives. In conclusion, she encourages everyone to try self-compassion and see its potential.In conclusion, Dr. Neff encourages everyone to try self-compassion and see its potential.What Youll Learn About Self-Compassion+ Dr. Neff's practice of self-compassion+ Self-compassion is a way to relate to ourselves in a healthy manner+ Self-compassion as a constant friend and an unconditional source of self-worth+ Being a motivating parent through self-compassion+ Discovering our intrinsic worth as human beings+ Dispelling popular misconceptions about self-compassion + Mindful self-compassion programs and resources for children and parents+ Using and honing our well-developed skills of compassion+ Navigating our parenting life with the help of self-compassion+ The tremendous potential of the superpower known as self-compassionSelf-compassion is an unconditional source of self-worth. Self-compassion is a constant friend.- Dr. Kristin Neff// FeatureThe Nourished Childhttps://thenourishedchild.comSign up for my FREE Newsletter, The Munchhttps://thenourishedchild.com/munchChild Temperament with Mary Sheedy Kurcinkahttps://thenourishedchild.com/child-temperament Body Kindness for Kidshttps://thenourishedchild.com/body-kindness-for-kidsFREE ResourceHow to Nourish a Healthy Child!https://jillcastle.com/how-to-nourish-a-healthy-child// Connect with Dr. Kristin NeffTwitter: https://twitter.com/self_compassionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfcompassionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/neffselfcompassion// Dr. Neffs BooksFierce Self-Compassionhttps://amzn.to/37LtOK8Self-Compassionhttps://amzn.to/32bTI72The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbookhttps://amzn.to/3a8gBMUTeaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Programhttps://amzn.to/3tslVCk// RESOURCESSelf-Compassion Website: http://www.self-compassion.orgCenter for Mindful Self-compassion Website: http://www.centerformsc.orgSelf-Compassion test: https://self-compassion.org/self-compassion-testSelf compassion practices: https://self-compassion.org/category/exercisesTips for practicing self-compassion: https://self-compassion.org/tips-for-practice// Other BooksBluth, K. (2017). The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens: Mindfulness and Compassion Skills to Overcome Self-Criticism and Embrace Who You Are. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger.Pollak, S. (2019). Self-Compassion for Parents: Nurture your child by caring for yourself. New York: Guildford Press.// Follow and Subscribe!Podcast Showhttps://thenourishedchild.com/itunesYouTubehttps://thenourishedchild.com/youtubeSpotifyhttps://thenourishedchild.com/spotifyApple Podcasthttps://thenourishedchild.com/applepodcastStitcherhttps://thenourishedchild.com/stitcherRSShttps://thenourishedchild.com/libsynrss// LinksLearn more about The Nourished Childhttps://thenourishedchild.com/about-usLearn more about Jill Castlehttps://jillcastle.com/about-jillListen to The Nourished Child Podcasthttps://jillcastle.com/podcast// Follow Jill on SocialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenourishedchildInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.nourished.childPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pediRDTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/pediRDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillcastle/
