# New podcast episode: Self-Compassion, Shame & the Inner Critic

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**Created:** [October 20, 2026, 10:59pm UTC](https://club.fitmind.org/t/new-podcast-episode-self-compassion-shame-the-inner-critic/162 "2026-10-20T22:59:15Z")\
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In the latest FitMind Podcast, Dr. Kristin Neff returns to sit down with Josh and explore how self-compassion can help us navigate shame, self-criticism, and difficult moments in everyday life.

They get into why shame narrows our perspective, how supportive touch can help calm the body’s threat response, and why being kinder to ourselves can support motivation and performance while maintaining high standards.

The conversation also covers taking responsibility and making amends, setting boundaries, and what to do when compassionate self-talk feels forced or fake. Kristin leads a short guided self-compassion practice and shares a simple way to bring it into your day.

You can listen here: [Self-Compassion, Shame & the Inner Critic](https://fitmind.org/podcast/self-compassion)

Kristin has also offered the FitMind community a chance to attend an online guided meditation and live Q&A at no cost. Use code **FitMind** when [reserving your spot here](https://self-compassion.org/gatherings-with-kristin-public-events/).

We’d love to hear what stood out to you from the episode, or whether any of these approaches have been helpful in your own practice.