Hello everyone, this is Paula Sweet, your host on the Absolute Mind podcast. Today we're delving into a topic

that's quite reflective, both metaphorically and literally, the mirror of self-compassion.

Tell me something. When you stand in front of a mirror, how do you speak to the person staring back at you?

Are your words kind, understanding and compassionate? Or are they harsh,

critical and unforgiving? So many of us don't give a second thought, but the way we speak to

ourselves in our internal dialogue and language is truly transformative and it's completely

within our control. You might not be able to stop the initial comments or the outbursts because

perhaps they're hardwired initially from years of not really paying positive attention and trying

to correct. But from that point on,

you can begin to steer the conversation or dialogue in your head to something far more positive,

or at least less harsh to start with. Now our conversation today explores the profound impact

of self-compassion on our mental health.

But before we dive in, let's set the mood with a beautiful quote by Buda.

You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.

Now on to today's inspiring story.

I've taken so much inspiration from Dr. Peter Ateer,

known for his deep dives into longevity and mental health. He had a powerful journey through

self-compassion. So before I go any further, thank you Peter for sharing your story with

honesty and vulnerability. Now this is my take from podcast and videos from

Peter. He found himself entangled in the thorns of anger, a struggle that many of us can relate to,

but despite his efforts through various therapies and retreats, the shackles of anger remained

unbroken. However, a transformative experience

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