Self-Compassion and Mindfulness for High Achievers: Building Inner Kindness with Heron Payne

In this transformative episode of Sacred Harmony, host Aanya dives deep with Heron Payne, self-compassion coach and founder of Embodied Mind, to explore how high achievers can quiet the harsh inner critic and embrace radical self-kindness.

Heron shares practical insights on what self-compassion truly feels like in the body, why mindfulness can be difficult for those in stress or trauma cycles, and how embodied self-kindness can become a superpower in everyday life. This conversation will shift your understanding of discomfort, growth, and healing, making it an essential listen for anyone seeking balance and resilience.

Key Takeaways:

• Self-compassion isn't indulgence; it's a form of strength that enables faster recovery and growth

• Mindfulness can be challenging in high-stress or trauma cycles. Start with mindful physical activities to create safety

• Embodied self-kindness helps shift the nervous system from a reactive to a receptive state, building resilience

• Small, repeated acts of self-kindness can rewire neural pathways and quiet the inner critic

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