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Helping people cultivate compassion and self-compassion in their daily lives with clarity and practical tips.

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Podcast | Dr Stan Steindl A podcast exploring the science and practice of compassion. Offers clear and practical advice on how to cultivate compassion and self-compassion from experts in the field.

What does it mean to lead with warmth, courage, and compassion? Colleen Marshall shares powerful insights on leadership through the lens of motivational interviewing. Now on the podcast! 🎧
πŸ”— www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

23.05.2025 01:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Podcast | Dr Stan Steindl A podcast exploring the science and practice of compassion. Offers clear and practical advice on how to cultivate compassion and self-compassion from experts in the field.

How can teens learn to treat themselves with kindness? πŸ’›
In this episode, Dr Karen Bluth shares insights on mindful self-compassion for teens, educators & parents. A gem for anyone working with young people.
🎧 www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...
#SelfCompassion #TeenMentalHealth #KarenBluth

14.05.2025 09:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Staying Human in an AI-Driven World
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Staying Human in an AI-Driven World

AI is everywhereβ€”but how do we stay human?

In my latest Compassion in a T-Shirt episode, I explore how to stay connected to ourselves, each other, and what really matters. πŸ’™

πŸŽ₯ Watch here: youtu.be/dNTE6FhS-5Y
#AIAndHumanity #StayConnected #CompassionInATShirt

14.05.2025 09:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Can Compassion Fix Politics? | Matt Hawkins
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Can Compassion Fix Politics? | Matt Hawkins

Can compassion fix politics? 🌏
I spoke with Matt Hawkins, CEO of the Global Compassion Coalition and co-founder of Compassion in Politics, about building a kinder, fairer world.
🎧 Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...
πŸŽ₯ Watch: youtu.be/5QrO8XizuWs
#Compassion #Politics

26.04.2025 06:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Why Is It So Hard to Let People Help Us?
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Why Is It So Hard to Let People Help Us?

Why is it so hard to let people help us?
We brush off kindness, say β€œI’m fine,” and suffer in silence. In this episode, I explore the tricky flow of compassionβ€”receiving itβ€”and how we can learn to let it in.πŸ‘‰ youtu.be/HW4ViH_V0ew
#Compassion #MentalHealth #SelfCompassion #CFT

25.04.2025 07:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Podcast | Dr Stan Steindl A podcast exploring the science and practice of compassion. Offers clear and practical advice on how to cultivate compassion and self-compassion from experts in the field.

Can compassion help with narcissism?

Clinical Psych Dr Ruth Ann Harpur joins me to explore how compassion can heal, support, and transform relationships affected by narcissism.

Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...
Watch: youtu.be/IRruUjbcFHg

#Compassion #Narcissism #MentalHealth #Podcast

24.04.2025 03:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
What is Fierce Self Compassion
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl What is Fierce Self Compassion

Self-compassion isn’t just softβ€”it can be strong, bold, and brave. πŸ’ͺπŸ’š

In this episode, I explore fierce self-compassion and how we can stand up for ourselves with courage and care.

πŸŽ₯ Watch here: youtu.be/hBrzSbt_7B4
#SelfCompassion #FierceCompassion #CFT

17.04.2025 04:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Power of Compassionate Coaching | Kathryn Wiseman & Aly Layt
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl The Power of Compassionate Coaching | Kathryn Wiseman & Aly Layt

What does it mean to live brave, strong, and fulfilled? In this new episode, I chat with Kathryn Wiseman & Aly Layt about compassionate coaching, courage, & intentional living.
youtu.be/TrPBqKUTvGA
www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...
#Compassion #Coaching #Podcast #IntentionalLiving #CFT

12.04.2025 04:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Why Is There Suffering? A Compassionate Search for Meaning
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Why Is There Suffering? A Compassionate Search for Meaning

Why is there suffering? And could it be part of what gives life meaning? In my latest Compassion in a T-Shirt episode, I explore how suffering + compassion might lead us to purposeβ€”with help from Aristotle, Buddha & Frankl.
youtu.be/DwZYJ72egXQ
#Compassion #Suffering #MeaningOfLife

09.04.2025 11:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
5 surprising ways psychometric tools unlock the power of self-compassion | Ben Buchanan
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl 5 surprising ways psychometric tools unlock the power of self-compassion | Ben Buchanan

Can data make us more self-compassionate?

Dr. Ben Buchanan joins me to share 5 surprising ways psychometric tools can unlock emotional insight and growth.

Watch: youtu.be/kzf08u_zPKQ
Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...
#SelfCompassion #Psychometrics #MentalHealth

04.04.2025 21:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Kindness strength or weakness
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Kindness strength or weakness

Is kindness a strength or weakness? Believe it or not, there is some debate, especially amongst philosopher types. But then psychological research tells a clear story. The results are in! Find out in my latest video. youtu.be/dtSEkf8usUY

02.04.2025 23:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Transforming Body Image and Mental Health with Compassion | Tom Midgley
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Transforming Body Image and Mental Health with Compassion | Tom Midgley

How can compassion transform our relationship with our bodies?
New ep with Tom Midgleyβ€”psychotherapist & eating disorders dietitianβ€”on body image, healing, and self-worth.
πŸŽ₯ youtu.be/GHutthDZArU
🎧 tinyurl.com/tommidgleypod
#BodyImage #SelfCompassion #MentalHealth

31.03.2025 22:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Why Compassion is the Future of Mental Health
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Why Compassion is the Future of Mental Health

Just dropped a new video essay celebrating the brilliant Dr James Kirby and his landmark paper on compassion and mental health. Why compassion heals, and how it works across diagnoses, systems, and lives. Watch here: youtu.be/JOEK4gsKBX8
#Compassion #CFT #MentalHealth

27.03.2025 06:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Rethinking Wellbeing: How Compassion Changes Everything | Rory Cahill"
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Rethinking Wellbeing: How Compassion Changes Everything | Rory Cahill"

New episode! πŸŽ™οΈ
How Compassion Changes Everything with Rory Cahill 🌿
From sceptics to CEOsβ€”rethinking wellbeing through compassion.

πŸ“Ί youtu.be/eqWKwfyU4t4
🎧 www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

#Compassion #Wellbeing #CFT #Podcast

22.03.2025 00:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Self-compassion and Autism: Breakthrough insights from New research | Chase Sherwell
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Self-compassion and Autism: Breakthrough insights from New research | Chase Sherwell

πŸ§ πŸ’™ NEW EPISODE! How does self-compassion impact autistic adults? Can Compassion Focused Therapy help?

Dr. Chase Sherwell shares fascinating new research on the science of self-compassion & autism!

πŸ“Ί Watch: youtu.be/IQF0ryfUw8U
🎧 Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

14.03.2025 08:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Can Self-Compassion Heal Eating Disorders? CFT-E Insights | Clodagh Dowling
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Can Self-Compassion Heal Eating Disorders? CFT-E Insights | Clodagh Dowling

Ever wondered how compassion could change lives? Tune in to hear Dr. Clodagh Dowling share her insights on integrating compassion into eating disorder treatment. A must-watch for mental health advocates!

Watch: youtu.be/M3TuR-FPnlE
Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

07.03.2025 12:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
5 Women Who Inspire Compassion!
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl 5 Women Who Inspire Compassion!

🌍 Celebrating Women Who Inspire Compassion! πŸ’œβœ¨

From Rosa Parks to Cathy Freeman, these extraordinary women showed that compassion is courage, resilience & action. But what if we turned that same compassion inward? πŸ€”πŸ’­

πŸŽ₯ Watch now: youtu.be/qwbJBMAyum4

05.03.2025 08:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The true benefits of ambivalence | Allan Zuckoff
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl The true benefits of ambivalence | Allan Zuckoff

πŸŽ™οΈ New Episode! The True Benefits of Ambivalence
Ambivalence isn’t a roadblockβ€”it’s a gift. In this rich convo, Dr. Allan Zuckoff & I explore how MI helps us work through inner conflict & make better choices.

πŸ“Ί Watch: youtu.be/-13VaRLmvrI
🎧 Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

28.02.2025 08:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
How to stop being your own worst critic
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl How to stop being your own worst critic

Are you your own worst critic? πŸ€”

That inner voice can be relentless, but it’s not your enemyβ€”it’s just misguided. In my latest video, I explore how to soothe your inner critic and turn self-attack into self-compassion. πŸ§ πŸ’™

πŸŽ₯ Watch here πŸ‘‰ youtu.be/Faib4isMZF8

26.02.2025 11:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Treating OCD with compassion | Lisa Williams
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Treating OCD with compassion | Lisa Williams

Can compassion help OCD? In this episode, I chat with Lisa Williams about using Compassion Focused Therapy to treat OCD. Insightful for therapists & anyone curious about compassion in action! youtu.be/_dbiSiZjuu4 stansteindl.com/podcast/episode/1a65aa5e/treating-ocd-with-compassion-or-lisa-williams

21.02.2025 12:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
How to Enhance the 5 Love Languages with Compassion
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl How to Enhance the 5 Love Languages with Compassion

Love languages are greatβ€”but compassion makes them even better! πŸ’› In my latest Compassion in a T-Shirt episode, I explore how to enhance the 5 Love Languages with compassion for deeper, more meaningful connections. πŸŽ₯ Watch now: youtu.be/aXZ_AJnHRS8 #LoveLanguages #Compassion

19.02.2025 08:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
ChatGPT Talks Compassion Focused Therapy… And It’s Shockingly Good!
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl ChatGPT Talks Compassion Focused Therapy… And It’s Shockingly Good!

πŸ€–πŸ’™ Can an AI help us understand compassion?

I had a fascinating & fun chat with ChatGPT about Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)β€”and it was shockingly good! 🀯

πŸŽ₯ Watch: youtu.be/O7r_H5Ir0qg
πŸŽ™οΈ Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

#CompassionFocusedTherapy #ChatGPT #SelfCompassion #MentalHealth

17.02.2025 04:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🌱 Can food shape mental health & compassion? πŸ§ πŸ’™

In this episode, I chat with Jennefer D’Aubyn about the link between nutrition, mental wellbeing & self-compassion.

🎧 Listen: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...
πŸ“Ί Watch: youtu.be/CrQnv5JqIuU

#FoodAndMood #SelfCompassion #CompassionInATShirt

17.02.2025 00:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
They Hurt Youβ€”Here’s How (& Why) to Respond with Compassion
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl They Hurt Youβ€”Here’s How (& Why) to Respond with Compassion

They hurt youβ€”now what? πŸ’”πŸ’›

In this episode, we explore how compassion (not resentment) can help you healβ€”without excusing harm. Plus, practical steps to move forward with peace & boundaries.

πŸŽ₯ Watch: youtu.be/TPhrCXlBAvo

#Compassion #Healing #Boundaries #Forgiveness

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And listen on YouTube Music:
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Or at the podcast:
www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

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Bringing Compassion to Life with Chairwork | James Hackley
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Bringing Compassion to Life with Chairwork | James Hackley

πŸ’Ί Can self-compassion be something you step into?

In my latest episode, Dr. James Hackley explores Compassion-Focused Chairworkβ€”a powerful way to overcome self-criticism and experience kindness.

Watch now πŸ‘‰ youtu.be/oP1f5t63TOQ

#SelfCompassion #Chairwork #TherapyTools

07.02.2025 09:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
How to Heal a Broken Heart with Compassion
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl How to Heal a Broken Heart with Compassion

Breakups hurt but compassion can help you heal. In this ep, we explore:
βœ… The emotional impact of breakups
βœ… How attachment styles shape healing
βœ… Self-compassion & letting go exercises
Watch now: youtu.be/PHAzLib1woc
#Healing #SelfCompassion #LettingGo #CompassionInATShirt

06.02.2025 05:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Podcast | Dr Stan Steindl A podcast exploring the science and practice of compassion. Offers clear and practical advice on how to cultivate compassion and self-compassion from experts in the field.

New at the Compassion in a T-Shirt podcast! A conversation with Laura Berland & Evan Harrel from @BeingCompassion, 1st uploaded to YouTube, 12 July 24. They've been doing wonderful work. Give them a follow & listen here: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

02.02.2025 22:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Why Competition Is Compassion’s Biggest Problem (And How to Fix It)
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Why Competition Is Compassion’s Biggest Problem (And How to Fix It)

Is competition blocking your compassion? We don’t wake up choosing to be cruelβ€”but we do get caught in competition. While striving for success can be good, it can also block compasion. Can we be both competitive & compassionate? Let’s find out. Watch now: youtu.be/cSeq5Swin8M

30.01.2025 05:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Why we fear compassion | Deanna Varley
YouTube video by Dr Stan Steindl Why we fear compassion | Deanna Varley

Why do some people fear compassion? Join me & Dr Deanna Varley as we explore how attachment styles shape how we give & receive compassion. #CompassionScience #AttachmentTheory #MentalHealth #FearsOfCompassion
YouTube: youtu.be/7g1Fr2gqgbw
Apple Podcast | Spotify: www.stansteindl.com/podcast/epis...

30.01.2025 05:34 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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