Jenny Mascaro Compassion in Healthcare
b"In this episode, Wendy speaks with biological anthropologist and contemplative researcher Jenny Mascaro. Jenny's work weaves together meditation, compassion, psychology, and healthcare, and moves us toward a deeper understanding of interconnectedness.\\xa0This conversation covers many topics, including:\\nher interest in social cognition in animals - and humans;\\nwhat compassion is, and how it's different from empathy;\\nbiological basis of compassion, and the role of oxytocin;\\nhow social factors and context shape compassion;\\ntraining compassion and the skills underlying it;\\nunderstanding self-compassion;\\nthe under-appreciated role of hospital chaplains;\\ncompassion training for chaplains;\\npreparing for interpersonal interactions;\\nhow compassion shows up in language;\\nhow compassionate care can help anxiety and depression;\\nresponding to healthcare provider stress;\\nhow meditation has changed her;\\nand building awareness of interdependence.\\nFull show notes and resources"