The Compassion Podcast

In this practice you'll be guided through a mindfulness practice to settle the mind, using various anchors such as sounds, bodily sensations, or breath. The practice encourages gentle, non-judgmental awareness, inviting you to return to the present moment whenever their mind wanders. The session concludes with a gentle reawakening and a moment of connection and awareness.

In this practice you'll be guided to reflect on the compassion you feel for loved ones and then direct that same compassion towards yourself, acknowledging your own struggles and pain, and embracing them with kindness and care, ultimately fostering self-compassion and resilience.

The practice encourages you to cultivate and practice compassion towards yourself, people close to you, colleagues, and strangers, emphasizing that empathy and warm-heartedness can be extended even when there are disagreements or boundaries.

Steve Hickman is a clinical psychologist. He is a retired Associate Clinical Professor, University of California at San Diego School of Medicine, and former Executive Director of the non-profit Center for Mindful Self-Compassion and COO of the Global Compassion Coalition.

In this guided meditation, listeners explore the "transformation technique," a method to address life's challenges through vocalization, positive intention, compassion, and actionable reflection. The session emphasizes self-awareness and acceptance, guiding participants towards a balanced approach to difficulties.