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Author: Laura Maloney

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Welcome to The Self Set, a podcast for self-compassion and self-reflection. Each week, we reflect on what it means to be kind to ourselves and discover tangible ways to change the negative self-narratives in our heads. Each episode includes a self-reflection question prompt to help you find your own answers. 

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I'm challenging myself to find ways to be kinder to myself every day... and I want you to try it too. In this episode, I describe the first three days of this challenge - what I've been doing, and what I've learned. what I've taken away from this experience. Hopefully this episode inspires you to take compassionate action in your own life.  Imagine how bein intentional about the way you treat yourself can impact the person you are longterm.Follow this challenge on Instagram @theselfset. 
Here's a simple question to help you practice self-awareness and take action toward being kinder to yourself on the days when you feel off. This reframe can help you gain control and take action on your bad days.
Here's one way to reframe your thoughts around who you are and what you're doing. This question will help you be a little kinder to yourself on your bad days and help you believe more positive things about yourself.Episode mentioned: This Psychology Strategy Will Help You Let Go of InsecuritiesLet's connect on IG: @theselfset
Here's a simple reminder when you have insecure thoughts cross your mind. Remember this simple statement when you're dealing with self-doubt. 
In this episode, we're talking about seeking validation. We're addressing those moments where you rely on reassurance from friends, partners, and coworkers. You'll uncover why you tend to seek validation and what you can do the next time it shows up again. This is such a necessary part of learning to love yourself and letting go of self-doubt.
Some days you just feel... off. On those days, it can be difficult to be kind to yourself. The self-doubt can creep back in and doing anything about it feels exhausting. If you're having a bad day, this episode is here to give a little encouragement and a perspective that could help you reflect on what you need. Try this self-compassion practice on the days you feel like poo.Leave a review on Apple PodcastsDM me on IG @theselfset
In this episode, I'm sharing one simple-yet-powerful way to help you get out of your own head and get unstuck when you're moving on autopilot. Get a personal take on one easy self-compassion practice you can implement today to brighten your week and change your outlook.
When it comes to insecurities, you might've gotten yours from your mama. When certain beliefs and behaviors get passed on from generation to generation, it can be difficult to address these generational patterns and put an end to the cycle. In this episode, social worker and author, Lindsey Konchar, shares how we can break generational cycles and how to communicate with our parents about this topic effectively.Follow Lindsey on IG: @copingwithlindseyLindsey Konchar's book: I Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a B*** Ain't One.Follow The Self Set on IG: @theselfset
Here's a self-compassionate approach to New Years' Resolutions. In this episode, we're recognizing how shame tends to play a role around our "new year, new me" mindset. The start of a new year can bring up a lot of different emotions and can cause you to feel like you need to "fix" your life. Here's one strategy to set goals in 2023 with self-compassion.Don't forget to share this episode in your IG stories and tag me @theselfset. 
Here's one simple way you can practice self-compassion in the new year. In this episode, you'll discover one strategy to become aware of the ways you're unintentionally being unkind to yourself and uncover ways you can make changes to be kinder to yourself on a daily basis in 2023. 
Rejection can be painful, scary, and disappointing. Keep these three statements in mind when you are worried about being rejected. Each of these reframes will help you move forward and practice self-compassion despite being judged or denied.Listen through to the end of the episode for three effective self-reflection questions to help you apply the advice to your life.
In this episode, we'll uncover how you can take action towards your new years resolutions while also practicing self-compassion. The self-reflection prompts shared in this episode will help you get clear on how you can be kinder to yourself each day while taking purposeful action toward your goals. You'll find how to be mindful of what you need during difficult times in your life AND move forward on things that will light you up. Resources mentioned:Keep Moving Forward Podcast: Closing Out 2022 with Compassion with Laura Maloney"I Thought It Was Just Me But It Isn't" - Book by Brene BrownLet's connect on Instagram @theselfset
Ever done something new and felt very uncomfortable? Maybe you started going to the gym for the first time and you feel self-conscious trying equipment you've never used before or you've started a new job and you're worried your coworkers notice you falling behind. Here are three specific things to keep in mind when discomfort comes. These three tips will help you practice self-compassion and allow you to be kind to yourself in those difficult moments when you tend to beat yourself up.Like this episode? Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and let me know what you think!
Have you ever wondered if your friends ACTUALLY like you? Have you wondered if they're just "being nice" and low-key think you're annoying? We're going to dive into this common fear around friendships to understand the two main reasons we feel this way and discover one psychology-backed strategy to work through this fear. Like this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Episode mentioned:Ask Yourself THIS QUESTION When You're Feeling Insecure
This 3-part, short daily practice can help you start your day with more positivity and help you build a habit of being kind to yourself every day. If you're feeling very "blah" or low energy recently, this journal exercise can definitely help.Episode mentioned: THIS Psychology Strategy Will Help You Let Go of Insecurities
Do you feel like you're not where you're supposed to be? When we're aiming to become a better version of ourselves, it's easy to set high expectations on who that person is. When we set these unobtainable standards for ourselves, we end up overlooking the small signs of our growth and the evidence of the progress we're making. This mindset shift will remind you to celebrate all the little ways you're improving on a daily basis.
In this episode, we're sharing why it's so difficult for us to be kind to ourselves and practice self-compassion. We're uncovering why you tend to show more compassion to people around you than you do yourself. The first step to being kind to yourself is understanding why you haven't been kind to yourself in the first place.Let's connect on IG: @theselfset
In this mini-episode, we're going to uncover the biggest thing that often gets in the way of us feeling comfortable being completely ourselves around other people. Plus you'll hear a helpful self-reflection prompt that can help you let go of other people's expectations and assumptions.Let's connect on IG: @theselfset
An impromptu episode recorded after Kacia Ghetmiri's EmpowerHer Live Event.  I'm trying to share more of myself to you, to my friends, and to myself. If you're someone who doesn't like talking about themselves, you may identify with this episode.As Jamie Kern Lima said, stop "hiding in plain sight." Let's connect on Instagram at @theselfset
In this episode, I challenge you to ask yourself "am I making how I feel mean something about who I am?" Let's get personal as I share how labels we give ourselves can impact our self-esteem long-term and one simple way to let go of those labels.Let's connect on IG: @theselfset
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