Life's Little Lessons with a Big Impact.
Welcome to Growing with Sol, where we explore the moments and stories that shape who we're becoming. I'm Sol, and this is my space for real conversations about growth, self-discovery, and learning to put yourself first.
Whether we're diving into books that change our perspective or unpacking personal experiences that teach us something new, this podcast is for women who are done playing small and ready to embrace their own journey.
If you've struggled with putting everyone else first or battled self-doubt, you're in the right place. This isn't about perfection—it's about the messy, beautiful process of growing into yourself.
Come grow with me 🌱
Let's stay connected! Join our growing community @YourCoachMari [https://www.instagram.com/yourcoachmari/] and @GrowingWithSolPod [https://www.instagram.com/growingwithsolpod/] on Instagram, and catch me on TikTok @YourCoachMari [https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcoachmari] for bite-sized growth tips between episodes.
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Life's Little Lessons with a Big Impact.
Welcome to Growing with Sol, where we explore the moments and stories that shape who we're becoming. I'm Sol, and this is my space for real conversations about growth, self-discovery, and learning to put yourself first.
Whether we're diving into books that change our perspective or unpacking personal experiences that teach us something new, this podcast is for women who are done playing small and ready to embrace their own journey.
If you've struggled with putting everyone else first or battled self-doubt, you're in the right place. This isn't about perfection—it's about the messy, beautiful process of growing into yourself.
Come grow with me 🌱
Let's stay connected! Join our growing community @YourCoachMari [https://www.instagram.com/yourcoachmari/] and @GrowingWithSolPod [https://www.instagram.com/growingwithsolpod/] on Instagram, and catch me on TikTok @YourCoachMari [https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcoachmari] for bite-sized growth tips between episodes.
The Self-Compassion Guide: Why Loving Yourself Is Harder Than You Think
Growing with Sol
20 minutes
3 months ago
The Self-Compassion Guide: Why Loving Yourself Is Harder Than You Think
This is the self-love reality check for anyone who thinks it's "cliche" to talk about. The moment when you stop believing that harsh self-criticism equals motivation and start understanding why loving yourself is actually the hardest work you'll ever do. In this episode, I break down exactly why self-love feels impossible and give you practical tools to build self-compassion from the ground up.
We're getting real about:
1. Why cultural conditioning taught us that being hard on ourselves equals progress
2. How our brains are literally wired for negativity after years of self-criticism
3. The perfectionism trap that makes you believe worthiness must be earned through achievement
4. Why comparison culture and fear of complacency keep you stuck in self-attack mode
5. The discomfort with positive feelings that makes you push away joy
6. My practical strategies: self-compassion pause, reframing techniques, boundary setting, and mindfulness practices
7. How to implement these tools into morning and evening routines that actually stick
From writing affirmations on bathroom mirrors to asking "would I let someone talk to my friend this way?" - this episode covers the daily practices that slowly rewire decades of negative self-talk.
Because here's the truth: if you've been practicing negativity for years, your brain has gotten really good at it. But you can train it to be just as good at self-compassion.
Self-love isn't selfish - it's necessary.
Subscribe. Share. Challenge yourself to respond to your inner critic like you would defend a friend. You deserve that protection too.
Small steps, big healing. Keep growing! ✨
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Growing with Sol
Life's Little Lessons with a Big Impact.
Welcome to Growing with Sol, where we explore the moments and stories that shape who we're becoming. I'm Sol, and this is my space for real conversations about growth, self-discovery, and learning to put yourself first.
Whether we're diving into books that change our perspective or unpacking personal experiences that teach us something new, this podcast is for women who are done playing small and ready to embrace their own journey.
If you've struggled with putting everyone else first or battled self-doubt, you're in the right place. This isn't about perfection—it's about the messy, beautiful process of growing into yourself.
Come grow with me 🌱
Let's stay connected! Join our growing community @YourCoachMari [https://www.instagram.com/yourcoachmari/] and @GrowingWithSolPod [https://www.instagram.com/growingwithsolpod/] on Instagram, and catch me on TikTok @YourCoachMari [https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcoachmari] for bite-sized growth tips between episodes.
