The Science of Loving Kindness Meditation + The Antidote to the Inner Critic, Self Compassion

Season 2, episode 1We spend our entire lives with one special person, yes that’s right, yourself. Our whole life with our own mind, thoughts and inner voice, but this inner voice is not always positive or supportive. Learn about the inner critic, why it can cause anxiety, depression, and imbalance mental well-being AND learn about the antidote to the inner critic: self-compassion, through the practice of Loving Kindness Meditation.In this episode we explore the science backed benefits of loving kindness meditation and how to practice. Benefits of Loving Kindness Meditation with references:Reduce of stress (Fredrickson et al 2008)Slows aging by increasing telormere length (Hoge et al 2013)Increase brain matter related to emotional regulation. (Leung et al (2013)Reduces chronic pain + inflammation (Carson et al 2005).Increases social connection + empathy and compassion, while reducing bias and discrimination.  (Kok et al 2013) Increases self worth and self love, reduces self-criticism — all of which can have positive impact on psychological and physical well-being. (Shahar et al 2014) Practice a guided loving kindness meditation on The Practice membership, by visiting www.daphnelyon.com/love-meditation If you are new to The Practice membership, sign-up here for a free week on me www.daphnelyon.com/membership Connect with me on instagram @thepractice