Podcast Summary
Practicing compassion leads to greater happiness: Compassion meditation can increase connection, empathy and happiness by focusing on another's suffering and developing a sense of compassion
Practicing compassion can lead to greater happiness, according to various scientific studies. Compassion is a skill that can be cultivated through meditation. In this bonus meditation from the 10% Happier podcast, led by Diana Winston, listeners are guided to make contact with another's suffering to break down the sense of separation and focus on their own needs. By practicing compassion, we can develop a greater sense of connection and empathy towards others, leading to increased happiness. This meditation is available on the 10% Happier app for subscribers.
Practicing compassion with breath and phrases: Connect with another's suffering, send kindness and understanding, cultivate empathy, bring peace and connection
Practicing compassion involves connecting with another being's suffering, no matter how difficult it may seem, and sending them kindness and understanding in return. This exercise can be done with anyone or anything, including ourselves. By focusing on the breath and repeating compassionate phrases, we can cultivate a sense of empathy and alleviate both their and our own suffering. This simple yet powerful practice can bring about a sense of peace and connection, not only for the person or animal we're sending compassion to but also for ourselves. So, whenever you encounter someone or something that's suffering, remember to offer them your compassion and watch as it transforms both of you.
Practicing compassion transforms us: Practicing compassion, even in challenging situations, can lead to personal growth and benefit us, regardless of others' responses.
Practicing compassion, even when it feels challenging, can have a transformative effect on us. This can be done by acknowledging and accepting our feelings towards a situation or person, and holding them with kindness and awareness. Cultivating compassion doesn't have to be a constant practice, but can be returned to whenever we're ready. It's important to remember that this practice can benefit us, regardless of whether or not the person we're thinking of feels the same way. Diana Winston, the director of mindfulness education at UCLA's mindful awareness research center, emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and the potential for personal growth through this practice. If you're interested in learning more from Diana, check out the 10% Happier app where she is a featured teacher. Remember, compassion is a doable response that can make a big difference.
An Unexpected Visit from the Cat in the Hat: Listeners can enjoy singing, tongue twisters, and wordplay with the Cat in the Hat on the new podcast, and families are invited to join in the adventures.
The Cat in the Hatcast podcast, hosted by a man in a fishbowl, is about to get a lot more exciting with an unexpected visit from the Cat in the Hat himself. Instead of the quiet and peaceful podcast the host was used to, the Cat has other plans. Listeners can look forward to singing along to new favorite songs, trying their hand at Titanic tongue twisters, and enjoying wondrous wordplay. Most importantly, families are encouraged to join in on all the adventures. To listen to the Cat in the Hatcast early and ad-free, join Wondery Plus on the Wondery app or Apple Podcasts.
