Notes for the Children
Pat Priestner’s life is a testament to the power of making small changes in life in order to heal, inspire and connect. From the lows of heavy drinking, severe anxiety and complete lack of self-compassion to the highs of peace and happiness through personal and professional success, author Pat takes listeners on the full journey of his life, with some remarkable stops along the way. It’s a tale full of eye-opening anecdotes and personal reflections that serve as a guide and inspiration for your own journey no matter your starting point.
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Recorded at Blue Light Studio in Vancouver, BC, by Pherbie Midgely
Mixed and mastered at Blue Light Studio Vancouver, BC, by Kaj Falch-Nielsen
Notes for the Children
Compassion
In this introspective episode of Notes for the Children, Pat Priestner delves into the profound lesson of self-compassion, sharing insights from a journey marked by personal struggles and growth.
Pat opens up about the critical realization that loving oneself is foundational to loving others, and the inability to treat oneself kindly makes it challenging to extend genuine kindness and compassion to those around us. Exploring the barriers to self-compassion many of us face, including the harsh inner critic that often drowns out our ability to appreciate our worth, Pat shares hard lessons learned along the way.
Pat offers practical strategies for cultivating self-compassion and challenges the misconception that self-compassion is selfish, arguing instead that it enables us to be more present, supportive, and loving towards others.
Join us in this heartfelt episode as Pat guides us through the essential practice of being a good friend to oneself, demonstrating how self-compassion can lead to a life of greater happiness, resilience, and connection.