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b'Self Compassion is an antidote to shame, the underpinning of narcissism.\\xa0\\n\\nIt is fierce accountability that is core to psychological health\\u2026 who knew?\\xa0\\xa0 Most of us think of it as being soft on yourself, but our guest will reveal the surprising power and science of self-compassion in this episode.\\n\\nCo-host Dr. Ann Kelley interviews Dr. Kristen Neff, an Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin and a foremost author and expert on Self Compassion.\\n\\nSelf Esteem vs Self Compassion\\n\\nThis is not feel-good, la-la, therapy-talk, it\\u2019s real science.\\xa0Learn the important distinction between self esteem and self compassion, and how one can lead to\\xa0psychological instability, self-criticism, stress, competition and difficulty within ourselves, our relationships and our culture. You really want to get this right and may be surprised!\\xa0Treating yourself as your own best friend.'