Episode 72 - Embracing a Life of Self-Compassion with Dr. Karen Bluth

In this episode, host Dr. Robert Rowe welcomes back Dr. Karen Bluth, a leading expert in mindfulness and self-compassion at UNC, for a follow-up conversation two years in the making. Robert recaps their first conversation from Episode 4 (1:42) and Dr. Bluth discusses exciting updates on her research with healthcare professionals, including the transformative impact of self-compassion training on surgical residents facing burnout and the expansion to other training programs (03:14). 

Dr. Bluth then explains "Embracing Your Life," a tailored self-compassion course for young adults navigating major life transitions (13:56). She shares exciting updates on the global expansion of self-compassion programs, including upcoming studies in China (18:40). For listeners interested in diving deeper, Dr. Bluth outlines ways to get involved in self-compassion training and highlights key resources (23:24). 

The conversation also covers Dr. Bluth's recent publications, including her book on bringing self-compassion into schools, and an upcoming manual for young adults (26:22). As she prepares for retirement from UNC, Dr. Bluth reflects on her impactful career and what’s next for her (27:25). Finally, she shares a touching moment about what brings her joy (31:14). 

Join us for this engaging discussion filled with practical strategies for cultivating kindness towards yourself and thriving in high-pressure environments. Perfect for medical trainees, educators, and anyone on a journey of self-growth. 

Resources:

karenbluth.com 

self-compassion.org