Podcast Summary
Practicing Self-Empathy through Meditation: Focusing on difficult situations with care and tenderness during meditation can lead to self-compassion, improved relationships, and overall happiness.
Practicing self-empathy through mindfulness meditation can lead to significant benefits for both ourselves and those around us. In today's bonus episode of the 10% Happier podcast, meditation teacher Orin Sofer guides us through a self-empathy meditation, emphasizing the importance of our attention and attitude towards ourselves. By focusing on a difficult situation and approaching it with care and tenderness, we can develop the ability to be kinder to ourselves, which in turn can lead to improved relationships and overall happiness. So, consider joining the Wondery Plus community to access this and other valuable meditation practices. Remember, being easier on ourselves can have a ripple effect, benefiting not only ourselves but also those around us.
Practicing Self-Empathy through Mindfulness: Mindfulness helps us develop compassion, gain clarity on emotions, and leads to a more fulfilling life by bringing attention to our body and practicing self-kindness
Practicing self-empathy through mindfulness can help us develop compassion, gain clarity about our emotions and responses, and ultimately lead to a more fulfilling and compassionate life. This involves bringing our attention to our body and noticing the emotions and sensations present, while also being kind and tender towards ourselves. Michael Schur, a TV writer and show creator known for his work on Brooklyn 99 and Parks and Recreation, and his interest in moral philosophy, will share insights on this topic and more in an upcoming episode. Stay tuned for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation.