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Compassion in a T-Shirt

Dr Stan Steindl
Self-Compassion
Mental Health
Compassion
Compassion Focused Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Compassion-Focused Therapy
Mindfulness
Empathy
Shame
Burnout
Psychology
Self-Criticism
Trauma
Relationships
Anxiety
Resilience
Psychological Safety
Psychotherapy
Emotional Regulation
Schema Therapy

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

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What if therapist burnout isn’t a personal failure, but a consequence of how we train psychologists to relate to themselves?

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, I speak with clinical psychologist and psychotherapist Tania Kalkidis about ther... more

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How personal should therapists be?

Should helping professionals maintain emotional distance — or is genuine human connection part of what makes therapy healing?

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, I speak with consultant psychiatrist, write... more

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What if the opposite of threat isn’t relaxation… but safeness?

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, Dr Stan Steindl explores a powerful and often misunderstood idea from Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT): the soothing-affiliative system.

Many... more

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How do we find hope in the current global landscape?

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, I sit down with psychologist and motivational interviewing trainer Denise Ernst for a thoughtful and deeply human conversation about hope — what it is, ... more

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Tania Kalkidis
Clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with 34+ years of experience, founder of Deep Mind Psychodynamic Training Program
Deep Mind Psychodynamic Training
Episode: Therapist Burnout & the Fixer Mindset | Tania Kalkidis
Glenn Roberts
Consultant psychiatrist, writer and editor of Personally Speaking
Royal College of Psychiatrists / author of Personally Speaking
Episode: Should Therapists be More Human? | Glenn Roberts
Denise Ernst
Psychologist, trainer, longtime motivational interviewing community member
Episode: Hope, Compassion & Motivational Interviewing | Denise Ernst
Chris Irons
Clinical psychologist, trainer and author; co-developer of compassion-focused therapy
Compassion-focused therapy community
Episode: Self-Criticism, Shame & Compassion From the Inside | Chris Irons
Dr. Eve da Silva
Clinical psychologist researching online sexual harm and self-compassion interventions
University/clinical practice (as discussed in episode)
Episode: How Self-Compassion Can Help After Online Sexual Harm | Eve da Silva
Toby Jenkins
Olympian water polo player, entrepreneur, speaker, coach, author
Consults on resilience and high performance; science of psychological flexibility
Episode: Psychological Flexibility, Self-Criticism & Elite Performance | Toby Jenkins
Charlie Heriot-Maitland
Clinical psychologist specializing in compassion-focused therapy, particularly in psychosis
Episode: Why We Self-Sabotage (It’s Not What You Think) | Charlie Heriot-Maitland
Tiffany Luxford
Undergraduate psychology student on professional placement at ADRU
King's College London; Anxiety Disorders Residential Unit, South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Episode: Discovering Compassion in Therapy | Tiffany Luxford
Paul Condon
Associate Professor of Social Psychology; author of How Compassion Works
University-affiliated researcher
Episode: How Compassion Really Works (And How to Train It) | Paul Condon

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Dr. Stan Steindl
Host of Compassion in a T-Shirt

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Great listening

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sue B63
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Rich conversation!

    What deep and rich exploration on this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HillaryLB
    United States2 years ago
  • Compassion

    "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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roselee Krisohos
    Australia2 years ago

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Deep, rich conversations that explore compassion beyond theory.
The show blends heartfelt storytelling with science, making compassion actionable for daily life.

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Hope, Compassion & Motivational Interviewing | Denise Ernst
Q: What does it look like for a practitioner to draw forth hope in another person?
It involves deep listening, offering partnership and service, and creating conditions where the client's own drive toward wholeness can emerge. It's about being present, not jumping in with fixes, and allowing hope to surface in dialogue and embodied presence.
Hope, Compassion & Motivational Interviewing | Denise Ernst
Q: Well, how do you understand hope?
Hope is a living energy that we activate by calling forth what is already inside the person, not by forcing it. It resides alongside love and empathy and can influence physiology when engaged through genuine, patient listening and a collaborative stance.
Psychological Flexibility, Self-Criticism & Elite Performance | Toby Jenkins
Q: And what for you is the place for Compassion there or even self-Compassion, and how does that relate to your model in high performance?
Toby explains that compassion underpins psychological flexibility, helping to meet discomfort with kindness, recognize shared human struggle, and apply those insights across sport and leadership, emphasizing compassion for self as a driver of sustainable action.
Psychological Flexibility, Self-Criticism & Elite Performance | Toby Jenkins
Q: Like what was the self-talk like?
He describes the inner critic as vicious at times but also notes how self-compassion and understanding one's own battles helped him persevere and reframe those voices toward growth.
Student Burnout, Self-Criticism & Kindness | Elaine Beaumont
Q: You mentioned self-criticism and perfectionism among university students—what impact do these processes have on well-being at that life stage?
Elaine explains that self-criticism and perfectionism heighten stress and burnout, particularly in students juggling academics with personal life. She notes that self-compassion helps shift from automatic self-criticism to a more supportive inner stance, reducing distress and promoting resilience. She also highlights research showing self-compassion moderates the impact of major life events on well-being.

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This show blends scientific evidence with practical guidance on compassion and self-compassion, exploring how empathy, kindness, and compassionate practices can improve mental health, workplace culture, and personal resilience. Episodes span topics like compassion-focused therapy, burnout and moral injury in healthcare, leadership with empathy, menopause and aging, and group dynamics in therapeutic or organizational settings. A distinctive thread is turning theory into actionable tools—pausing, self-compassion exercises, and compassionate communication—often illustrated with real-world stories and clinical insights. Notably, guests frequently come from psychology, psychiatry, and education backgrounds, offering rigorous perspectives alongsi... more

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Recent guests on Compassion in a T-Shirt include:

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2. Glenn Roberts
3. Denise Ernst
4. Chris Irons
5. Dr. Eve da Silva
6. Toby Jenkins
7. Charlie Heriot-Maitland
8. Tiffany Luxford

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