
A podcast exploring the science and practice of compassion. Offers clear and practical advice on how to cultivate compassion and self-compassion from experts in the field. Life can be difficult, and this podcast is designed to help. Compassion in a T-Shirt has featured guests including Professor Paul Gilbert, Professor Terri Moyers, Professor James Doty, Deirdre Fay, Dr Chris Germer, Dr Kristin Ne... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 144 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessScienceMental HealthSocial Sciences | |||

I think this interview speaks to anyone who has ever wondered whether success has come at too great a cost.
After building a successful legal career, Clarissa Rayward reached a point where she dreaded driving to work. Rather than walking away from t... more
What if the most powerful listening skill isn't asking better questions—but making better reflections?
In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, Dr. Stan Steindl explores one of the core skills of compassionate communication: reflective listening.... more
Most of us think good listening means staying quiet. But great listeners do something else as well—they ask better questions.
When someone is struggling, it's natural to want to offer advice, share our own experience, or tell them what we think they... more
The more I tried to help, the less effective I sometimes became.
It sounds backwards, but years ago I discovered that the harder I pushed with advice, solutions, or persuasion, the more resistance I often encountered. That experience led me to one o... more
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These are great shows, Stans interviewing style is chatty and gently inquiring. I have learnt or gained something from every episode I’ve listened to. I now eagerly await each new episode. Thank you Stan!
What deep and rich exploration on this podcast!
"Compassion in a T-Shirt" is a refreshingly insightful podcast that combines heartfelt stories with practical wisdom. Each episode delves into the transformative power of empathy and kindness, exploring how seemingly small acts can spark significant change.
Stan’s engaging interviews and relatable anecdotes make complex ideas accessible, inspiring me to integrate compassion into my daily life.
It's a compelling and uplifting listen that encourages personal growth and social impact—perfect fo... more
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A thoughtful exploration of compassion across clinical practice, leadership, and everyday life. Episodes frequently center on caregiver burnout, self-compassion, and compassionate leadership, often through the lens of compassion-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and relational approaches. Guests range from clinical psychologists and psychiatrists to researchers and coaches, who share frameworks, practical exercises, and real-world stories that illustrate how kindness, patience, and psychological safety improve outcomes for clients, teams, and communities. The show stands out for translating theory into actionable steps—like self-compassion practices, reflective supervision, and scalable compassion training—while weaving in persona... more
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