There can be an interesting tension between accepting ourselves as we are and wanting to grow, improve, and become better. We sometimes think these two things are in conflict, but they don’t have to be. On this episode, I talk about the paradox of self-acceptance and self-improvement, why it can be so challenging to embrace both, and how we often make our worth conditional on our achievements or progress. I also share some specific ways we can be more compassionate with ourselves while continuing to challenge ourselves to learn, grow, and evolve.
Resources:
Mike Robbins Website (Newly Updated)
We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins
Gretchen Rubin on the Midlife Chrysalis Podcast with Chip Conley
