Ep 255: When you want self-kindness for others

Another listener’s question in this week’s episode of SelfKind with Erica Webb (that’s me!). This one’s all about how to support the adults in your life to practice self-kindness without coming across as righteous. 

You’ll hear:

• the importance of not leading with ‘should’
• The role of being a self-kind voice for others
• Why engaging in self-kindness toward yourself can be so useful, even to others
• Accepting your limited/boundaried role in supporting change in others.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction and Topic Overview

00:27 The Challenge of Encouraging Self-Kindness in Others

02:23 Avoiding Shame and Encouraging Self-Kindness

04:03 The Role of Self-Compassion

05:08 Being the Voice of Kindness for Others

05:49 The Impact of Your Kindness on Others

08:27 Navigating the Fear of Coming Across as Righteous

08:44 Avoiding 'Shoulds' and Encouraging Kindness

10:18 Being the Compassion in Scenarios

11:39 The Ongoing Pursuit of Self-Kindness

13:24 Understanding the Limits of Your Influence

14:12 Respecting Boundaries and Individual Choices

16:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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