"Sunscreen and Self-Compassion," Episode #182, July 28, 2026

Scott's recent visit to the dermatologist created an opportunity for him to see the connection between the importance of applying regular doses of both sunscreen and self-compassion for one's overall well-being.

The Living Compass app has several meditations on self-compassion.  Find it at:

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/living-compass/id6738334257

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.livingcompass&hl=en

https://app.livingcompass.org

Scott can be reached at scott@livingcompass.org

Self-Compassion Quotes referenced in this episode:

Kristin Neff: "Unlike self-criticism, which asks if you're good enough, self-compassion asks what's good for you."

Louise Hay: "You've been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn't worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens."

Dr. Christopher Germer: "Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others."

Jack Kornfield: "If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete."

Brené Brown: "Talk to yourself as you would to someone you love."