Kindness Begins with You: Cultivating Self-Compassion and Wellness with Dr. Cindy Tsai

Core Happiness

In this episode, host Kacee Banks, a mindset and positive psychology coach, talks with Dr. Cindy Tsai, an award-winning physician, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and wellness consultant. Dr. Tsai shares her personal journey from experiencing burnout to embracing integrative and functional medicine. She discusses the important practices of self-compassion, mindfulness, and holistic wellbeing. The episode delves into strategies for managing chronic stress, the importance of having a supportive team, and practical tips for incorporating wellness practices into a busy lifestyle. Dr. Tsai also highlights her book 'So Much Better' and the shifts she hopes to see in the future of medicine towards more integrative and preventative approaches. Listeners are encouraged to practice self-compassion and be kind to themselves as they navigate the ups and downs of life.

Resources Discussed:

• Watch Dr. Cindy's TEDx Talk on "Body Intelligence"
• Get Dr. Tsai's Book: So Much Better
• Download the FREE Energy Blueprint to gain more energy without overdosing caffeine

00:00 Introduction: Be Kind to Yourself

00:26 Welcome to the Core Happiness Podcast

00:55 Meet Dr. Cindy Tsai

01:47 Dr. Tsai's Journey with Burnout and Healing

04:04 Understanding Body Intelligence

07:20 Recognizing and Managing Chronic Stress

12:58 The Power of Self-Compassion

20:00 Making Happiness Your Default

26:56 Practical Tips for Wellness and Self-Care

29:59 Supporting Leaders and Entrepreneurs

39:13 The Future of Integrative Medicine

41:08 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Contact Dr. Cindy Tsai:

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