063: Self-Compassion is the Key to Being Your Best Parent Self with Dr. Kristin Neff

What are the three components of self compassion?    We all need to extend ourselves a bit more compassion which is why this conversation is particularly important. Joining me is *the* thought leader in the self-compassion space, Dr. Kristin Neff.   Dr. Neff is currently an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. She is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research, conducting the first empirical studies on self-compassion nearly twenty years ago. She has been recognized as one of the most influential researchers in psychology worldwide.    We go into: [3:00] How Dr. Neff’s story intertwines with her work in self compassion [6:45] Secondary traumatic stress and secondary self-compassion  [8:20] How to find self compassion in hard situations  [9:15] Dr. Neff’s definition of self compassion [12:30] Why gratitude isn’t always enough [16:30] The two types of self compassion [20:30] Dr. Neff’s self compassion meditation [27:00] How to believe in yourself and that you aren’t a bad person [29:45] What advice Dr. Neff would give to her younger parent self Resources mentioned in this episode Ask your question: www.speakpipe.com/peacefulparentingpodcast Self-Compassion by Dr. Kristin Neff Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power, and Thrive by Dr. Kristin Neff   Connect with Dr. Kristin Neff On Instagram On Twitter www.facebook.com/selfcompassion www.self-compassion.org Guided Meditations   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a short consult or coaching session call