Self-compassion in any moment |
The commotion of life can often drain our emotional reserves. In those instances, we might get pulled into self-criticism, fear, or anxiety. This practice, from GCC Founding Supporter Spring Washam, gives you the tools to access the healing power of self-compassion anytime and anywhere.
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Why we need a new brand of heroism |
Fictional battles of good and evil often pit a single hero against the amorphous forces of darkness. But in this blog, writer, teacher, and GCC member Fabiana Fondevila argues that in order to face down the foes of our own time - climate change, poverty, discrimination - we require united, collective efforts, not individual heroes.
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Hear Rick Hanson talking all things GCC |
We're very excited to share that this week our Founder Dr. Rick Hanson was interviewed for the "Rejuvenaging with Dr. Ron Fraser" podcast where they discussed the nature and causes of suffering in the world and why compassion offers us such a powerful antidote.
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Seize any opportunity to make someone's day |
This simple but powerful story from GCC member Kimbra Taylor shows that any small acts of compassion and kindness can make a difference to someone's day and be remembered long after the act itself. And on that note: we're still keen to hear about the ways you might try to feel and spread compassion. Submit them to our toolbox here.
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Enter into equanimity
For over 40 years Margaret has been a practitioner and teacher of mindfulness and compassion. In this session she will introduce us to the concept of equanimity - that sense of balance and calm we all seek - and its power to relieve burnout and fatigue. She will then guide us through a soothing equanimity practice.
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In the spotlight |
As well as being a member of the GCC Board, James Kirby is Co-Director of the Compassionate Mind Research Group at the University of Queensland, Australia. He specialises in studying the effectiveness of Compassion Focused Therapy and the decision-making that underpins compassionate actions.
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