The Self-Compassion Project
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
33. How to Achieve Self-Compassion
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve talked a lot about the importance of self-compassion for our mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. But how do we give ourselves com...
32. How to Overcome Self-Judgement
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your self-judgement and shame are holding you back. We can only access our creativity, flexibility and true connection when we’re feeling grounded a...
31. Let’s Manage Our Stress Together
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Back by popular demand! Tis the season of doing too much and/or feeling like we’re not doing enough. In this episode I talk about why so many of us ...
30. Five Ways to Relieve Social Anxiety
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Todays episode answers two questions: 1.) Why are so many of us affected by social anxiety? and 2.) How can we experience less social anxiety to feel ...
29. Relieving Stress, Anxiety & Depression Using the Vagal Nerve
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dealing with stress, anxiety or depression right now? Or want to learn effective ways to cope with them, based on science? In todays episode I...
Episode 28. Dealing with Overwhelm
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I feel this may be one of my most useful episodes to date. Today I talk about overwhelm and overstimulation. I give examples of things to look out for...
Episode 27. Surviving the Holidays
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For many, the winter holidays can bring stress, loneliness and other difficult experiences. If you find yourself struggling, tune into this episode wh...
Episode 26. How to Cope with Seasonal Depression (part 1)
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve been talking with a lot of folks about seasonal depression as winter approaches. In this episode I explain what seasonal depression is, the min...
Episode 25. How I Healed My Gas & Painful Bloating
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This one goes out to all my bloated, gassy, and/or constipated listeners! In todays episode I talk about why you might be bloated/gassy/constipated ev...
Episode 24. Healing (Part 3): The Importance of Validation
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been to therapy or been in the ‘self-help’ world in any capacity, chances are you’ve heard the term “feelings aren’t facts.” I...
Episode 23. Healing (Part 2): Making Healthy Friendships in Adulthood
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I probably sound like a broken record but I wish I could scream this from the rooftops. It is SO SO helpful in our healing journey to have supportive,...
Episode 22. How to Heal Your Nervous System (Part 1)
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve talked a lot about the nervous system, it’s connection to digestion (and other bodily functions), and how trauma is stored in the body. But ...
Episode 21. A Therapist’s Tips for Focus & Concentration
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever made goals for yourself only to sit down, have a terrible time concentrating and not get much work done? As someone who used to struggle...
Episode 20. My Poop Journey, Update
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate 20 EPISODES I’m giving you an update on my poop journey including my current morning routine, my goals, and my relationship with my bod...
Episode 19. My Journey Towards Self-Acceptance and Confidence
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How did the pandemic affect you? I definitely struggled in a lot of ways… and I learned a lot about myself too. In this episode I talk about the thi...
Episode 18. Managing Burnout & Gaining Confidence
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re baaaack!!! In todays episode we talk about burnout, stress, perfectionism, and how they can all be related. I give possible reasons for why we...
Episode 17. A Different Perspective on Your Gas and Bloating
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I figured we’d go back to our roots today and chat about tooting. In this episode I talk about all things gas: passing gas, bloating, gas pain, what...
Episode 16. Coping with Burnout
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m so glad “burnout” has become a mainstream topic these days. We work hard! And we want to make a life for ourselves that’s sustainable. So ...
Episode 15. Balancing Self-Acceptance with Striving for Your Goals
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I have a personal goal that I’d like to share with you all. I’m currently working on reaching for my goals AND accepting myself, just as I am, at ...
Episode 14. The Pros and Cons of Mindfulness
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know there are cons to mindfulness?! People rave about the benefits and rarely talk about the risks. In this episode I talk about the things y...
Episode 13. Relaxation Techniques for Sleep
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re anything like me, it can be SO hard to get to sleep and stay asleep when you’re stressed/anxious. In this episode I share some helpful w...
Episode 12. My Favorite Coping Skills (as a Therapist)
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
By now you all know that I’m a therapist. But I hope you also know that I’m a human being… who’s been through struggles, been to therapy and t...
11. Disordered Eating & Body Dysmorphia: What Are They and Where Do They Come From?
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard of eating disorders, disordered eating and body image issues. Maybe you’ve experienced them or know someone who has, or you’ve r...
10. The BEST Therapy for Gut Health
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of eating as best as you can and STILL running to the bathroom 12 times a day OR only having a satisfying poop once a week? In this episode I’...
9. Navigating Friendships & My Thoughts on Farting in Relationships
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about navigating friendships in your late teens/ early twenties, give tips on using social media in building relationships, and...
8. How to Find the Right Therapist
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So you think you want to start therapy but don’t know where to start. In this episode I outline how to find a therapist, what type of therapy is rig...
7. Reframing Laziness
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With all of this talk about “motivation” and “discipline” and “productivity” online recently, it can be hard to relax! In todays episode I...
6. Perfectionism: Understanding Workaholism and Underachieving
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever procrastinated? Ever beat yourself up? Not acknowledged a small win? Yes? Then todays episode is for you. In episode 6 I introduce mind/...
4. How to Achieve Balance
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The answer might not be what you think! In this episode I talk about the dos and don’ts of striving for balance in our lives.
3. Gassing Up Your Confidence
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Has anyone ever said, “just be more confident!” and you’re like “cool but how?” So many of us have struggled with self-esteem and insecurity...
2. My #1 Tip for Navigating Young Adulthood
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adulting is hard… but there are ways to lighten the load and make your life more manageable. In this episode, I give you my best advice on getting t...
1. My Poop Journey
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of this podcast, I explain the meaning behind the title “Poddy on the Potty,” reveal how I conquered my chronic constipation ...
TRAILER: Poddy on the Potty
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An introduction to this strange podcast. Poop jokes, mental health, navigating young adulthood… how can they possibly be related? Stay tuned to find...