026 Dr. James Kirby | How Compassion Overcomes Self-Criticism & Shame

Dr James Kirby is the Director of the Compassionate Mind Research Group at the University of Queensland which is backed by his broad research interests in the decision-making process to compassionate action, as well as examining the efficacy of compassion-based interventions. This includes studies with self-reporting, physiology, observations & fMRI in the context of managing self-criticism and shame that underpin many depression and anxiety disorders.    Level up your life: https://purposeadvisory.com.au Learn meditation: https://meditatewithpurpose.com.au   Over the last few years, James has been reducing his 10 years of work as a Clinical Psychologist in private practice and focusing more time & energy on research. This has included authoring “Choose Compassion”, coediting another book, co-editing 2 special issues, publishing 9 book chapters and 72 peer reviewed publications.   --------------------------------------------------- “How good are you at receiving compassion from others? They probably have been more compassionate to you than you think.” ---------------------------------------------------   We speak about the power of compassion vs aggression.   We explore the impacts of our actions on ourselves and others.   We discuss how to cultivate compassion through meditation and a range of other practises.   But most importantly, we explore what it means to act as compassionate individuals, spouses, parents & colleagues.   --------------------------------------------------- “Try asking yourself: “Where have I seen compassion today?”” ---------------------------------------------------   It’s not often we have an academic on Success With Purpose, but this conversation is too insightful not to share.   Enjoy!   Want to learn more about Dr James Kirby? Check out these links: https://www.uqp.com.au/books/choose-compassion https://researchers.uq.edu.au/researcher/16692 https://soundcloud.com/jamesn-kirby