Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this clip, Professor Paul Gilbert, founder of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), explains why compassion is needed most when we experience shame, fear, anger, and suffering. Rather than avoiding our most difficult emotions, Gilbert argues that compassion is the courage and wisdom to turn towards them.
This conversation explores why self-compassion isn’t about being soft on ourselves—it’s about developing the strength to meet our struggles with honesty, understanding, and care.
If this resonated with you, let us know your thoughts in the comments.
#SelfCompassion #Psychology #MentalHealth #Compassion #PaulGilbert #Therapy #CFT #FreedomPact
In this clip, Professor Paul Gilbert, founder of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), explains why compassion is needed most when we experience shame, fear, anger, and suffering. Rather than avoiding our most difficult emotions, Gilbert argues that compassion is the courage and wisdom to turn towards them.
This conversation explores why self-compassion isn’t about being soft on ourselves—it’s about developing the strength to meet our struggles with honesty, understanding, and care.
If this resonated with you, let us know your thoughts in the comments.
#SelfCompassion #Psychology #MentalHealth #Compassion #PaulGilbert #Therapy #CFT #FreedomPact
