46. How Do I Stop Being So Hard On Myself? With ‘The Empathy Guy’ Joseph Cope

02/04/2025 1h 1min Temporada 1 Episodio 46

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In this powerful episode of the Upward Spiral podcast, host Michelle O'Brien and empathy expert Joseph Cope, M. Ed (The Empathy Guy!), dive deep into cultivating self-empathy as the foundation for personal transformation.We explore:The true meaning of empathy (it's NOT just sympathy!)Why self-empathy is essential for unlocking your potentialPractical strategies to shift from self-criticism to self-compassionJoseph's "Cargo Model" framework for applying empathy intentionally (a MUST-HEAR!)Key Takeaways You'll Learn:How to identify and challenge your inner criticThe difference between empathy and sympathy (and why it matters)Actionable steps to build self-compassion and foster personal growthHow to transform your values into actionable skillsIf you're ready to break free from negative self-talk, create positive momentum, and start living a more fulfilling life, this episode is a game-changer!Chapters:0:00 Introduction3:02 Defining Empathy vs Sympathy5:56 The Importance of Creating Space for Others8:59 Empathy in Leadership and Personal Growth11:53 The Role of Connection in Humanity15:13 Behavior Change and Autonomy18:06 Curiosity as a Tool for Empathy21:06 Drawing Out Emotions in Others24:00 Self-Empathy and Authenticity26:55 Reflections on Leadership Styles30:03 Understanding Life's Algorithms35:16 Understanding Empathy and Self-Compassion39:59 The Inner Critic and Its Origins44:01 Empathy with Intention: The Cargo Model50:47 Transforming Values into Skills01:00:09 Fostering Creativity in Parenting👍 Like this video!➡️ Subscribe to the Upward Spiral podcast for more insights on personal growth and positive change.🎧 Listen to the Upward Spiral Podcast on:Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theupwardspiralApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-upward-spiral-with-michelle-obrien/id1746250079💬 Let us know in the comments: What's your biggest struggle with self-criticism? What resonated with you most in this episode?🔗 Connect with us:Michelle O'Brien/Upward Spiral Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/upwardspiral.podcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@upwardspiral.podcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/upwardspiralpodcastJoseph Cope: https://www.linkedin.com/in/empathyguy/ http://empathyguy.com/ https://youtu.be/XcdI_xssK_o  https://www.instagram.com/the.empathy.guy/Keywords: empathy, self-compassion, inner critic, personal growth, self-empathy, emotional intelligence, behavior change, authenticity, self-improvement, mindset, positive change, Upward Spiral podcast, Michelle O'Brien, Joseph Cope

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