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The fifth session of the Well-Being Beyond Measure series delves into the importance of self-compassion. Whitney offers an honest account of her struggles with perfectionism, self-loathing, stress, and career transition. She discusses the critical nature of self-acknowledgement and positive self-perception, sharing psychological studies that validate the benefits of gratitude. Whitney suggests that the cultivation of self-compassion is an inner job through practices like yoga, positive self-talk, trying new things, and expressing gratitude. She encourages listeners to treat self-love, understanding, and acceptance as proactive roles in their lives.
Resources and people mentioned:
- Princeton University tips
- further.net
- health.harvard.edu: Giving thanks can make you happier
- Heather Havrilesky/Ask Polly
- Wil Schroter
- Laurie Penny
01:35 Exploring the Topic of Self Compassion
02:08 Personal Experiences with Discomfort
04:21 The Impact of New Work and Identity Questions
11:42 The Struggle with Self Loathing and the Need for Self Compassion
16:30 The Power of Gratitude and Self Esteem
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The fifth session of the Well-Being Beyond Measure series delves into the importance of self-compassion. Whitney offers an honest account of her struggles with perfectionism, self-loathing, stress, and career transition. She discusses the critical nature of self-acknowledgement and positive self-perception, sharing psychological studies that validate the benefits of gratitude. Whitney suggests that the cultivation of self-compassion is an inner job through practices like yoga, positive self-talk, trying new things, and expressing gratitude. She encourages listeners to treat self-love, understanding, and acceptance as proactive roles in their lives.
Resources and people mentioned:
- Princeton University tips
- further.net
- health.harvard.edu: Giving thanks can make you happier
- Heather Havrilesky/Ask Polly
- Wil Schroter
- Laurie Penny
01:35 Exploring the Topic of Self Compassion
02:08 Personal Experiences with Discomfort
04:21 The Impact of New Work and Identity Questions
11:42 The Struggle with Self Loathing and the Need for Self Compassion
16:30 The Power of Gratitude and Self Esteem
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