145. Self-Compassion: Loving Ourselves with God’s Grace

145. Self-Compassion: Loving Ourselves with God’s Grace

Author: Heidi Fitzsimmons - Inspirational Writer & Podcaster March 22, 2026 Duration: 11:14
Hello, Beautiful! You've done the work. You've faced the valley. You've picked up your tools. You've learned to sit in the stillness. And somehow — you're still in it. If a little voice has been whispering, "What is wrong with me?" — this episode is for you. On this fifth Sunday of Lent, we're talking about the one ingredient that's easy to overlook but absolutely essential to your healing toolkit: Self-Compassion. Not self-help. Not a pep talk. But receiving the grace that God has already spoken over you as His beloved child. In today's episode, you'll hear: 🌿 Why the valley makes us hardest on ourselves — and how to interrupt that cycle 🌿 What Isaiah 40 and 2 Corinthians 12:9 say about God meeting you in your weakness 🌿 A simple 3-sentence practice to speak grace out loud when a hard moment hits 🌿 A closing reflection from author Anne Lamott that will stay with you all week 📖 Grab your cozy blanket, your Affirmation Journal: https://riselovelive.com/Affirmation%20Guide from my Etsy boutique, and snuggle in — your heart is ready for this. 🌟 Know someone who's been too hard on themselves lately? Share this episode — it might be exactly what they need to hear.   🌿 Stay Connected: 🦋 Support the podcast and share a tea! https://buymeacoffee.com/riselovelive 🦋 Follow along on Instagram @riselovelive 🦋 Subscribe & leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!   And until next time…  Ignite inspiration, spread hope, and dance with faith.   With love, 💛 Heidi

Heidi Fitzsimmons, an inspirational writer and podcaster, hosts Radiance From Within, a space where personal growth is explored through a compassionate and multifaceted lens. This podcast gently addresses the heavy feelings of anxiety, stress, and burnout, as well as the deeper shadows of depression and a sense of unworthiness. Heidi understands the yearning for grace and personal growth that often feels just out of reach when self-confidence is lacking. Each episode serves as a practical and spiritual companion, weaving together threads from faith, self-care, and intentional self-love to help you refill your own cup. The conversations and reflections you'll hear are grounded in building a positive mindset, developing constructive self-talk, and implementing real confidence-building strategies. At its heart, this is about transforming those limiting beliefs that hold you back, affirming the powerful difference one person-you-can make. By integrating perspectives from spirituality, health, and education, the podcast offers a holistic path forward. Tune in for honest discussions that feel like a conversation with a trusted friend, all aimed at helping you uncover and embrace your own inherent strength and radiance.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Radiance From Within | Strength Through Positive Mindset | Positive Self-Talk | Confidence-Building Strategies | Transforming Limiting Beliefs
Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 7:06
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