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How often do you speak kindly to yourself after making a mistake or do you tend to be your own harshest critic? In this episode of Headflex, co-hosts Rebecca and Diane explore the powerful, but often misunderstood topic of self-compassion. Discover why being kinder to ourselves isn’t just “soft” or self-indulgent it’s scientifically proven to boost resilience, emotional regulation, and wellbeing.
Rebecca and Diane bust some big myths about self-compassion and share their coaching insights on why so many of us struggle to treat ourselves with the same kindness we offer others. Whether you’re wrestling with high expectations, tough self-talk, or feeling “stuck,” this episode will help you shift your perspective, boost your confidence, and unlock new ways to grow at work and beyond.
Here are the Highlights:
00:00 Introduction: Why self-compassion matters at work and in life
00:22 Seeing self-compassion as “soft” and why that’s a myth
01:08 Neuroscience: What kindness does for your body and mind
01:48 Philosophical roots from Aristotle to Buddha and Stoic wisdom
04:18 Mindfulness, common humanity, kindness
05:15 Expectations, imperfection, and tough self-talk at work
06:22 How our environment and learned behaviuor impact self-compassion
09:10 How awareness breaks the cycle of self-criticism
10:45 Is compassion weakness? Why the opposite is true
12:22 Accountability vs. kindness and why acceptance matters
15:09 When being kinder to yourself feels uncomfortable (or indulgent)
17:45 Lessons from health setbacks, parenting, and returning to work
20:45: Driving your career from compassion vs. “shoulds”
21:06 Practices to build self-compassion
26:46 Letting go, reframing, and daily habits for kinder self-talk
27:10 Self-coaching reflection questions to start your journey
Connect with us at Headflex:
Email: [email protected].
Website: www.headflex.co.uk
Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/
Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/
Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1
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