Compassion in Action | From Self-Kindness to Fierce Boundaries - Entreé
Podcast:Relish with Alyssia Sheikh Published On: Wed Oct 01 2025 Description: What if compassion isn’t just soft or sentimental—but a skill that strengthens your nervous system and your boundaries? In this episode of Relish, Alyssia Sheikh explores the science and practice of compassion and self-compassion, drawing distinctions from empathy, sharing embodied practices, and unpacking Kristin Neff’s research on both tender and fierce self-compassion. You’ll walk away with tools you can use right away, from hands-on-heart to compassionate journaling, to meet yourself with kindness and resilience. Show Notes: Episode 10 (See show notes link for all resources mentioned in this episode)Instagram (@alyssiasheikh)Instagram (@relishpodcast)YouTubeWebsite & NewsletterTikTokKristin Neff – Self-Compassion (Official Website), University of Texas at Austin(Resource hub with practices, guided meditations, and research from the pioneer of self-compassion.) https://self-compassion.orgBuild Your Self-Trust → https://alyssiasheikh.com/unshakeableBook a Self-Trust Session with Alyssia → https://alyssiasheikh.com/self-trust-sessionDownload my free Self-Compassion Break Meditation → https://www.alyssiasheikh.com/self-compassion-break-meditationThe Hoffman Institute (I am a Hoffman Process teacher. This podcast is not affiliated with the Hoffman Institute Foundation).