Ruthless Compassion Institute

Political polarization can make the holiday season more stressful. We need to prioritize our mental health. #polarization #politics #republican #democrat #bipartisanship #liberal #conservative #politcal #boundaries #mentalhealth #anxiety #healthyboundaries #family #relationships #blog #toxicrelationships #holidays #holidayseason #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind

In the latest episode of the Ruthless Compassion Podcast I am joined by actor, activist, and author David Roche, who discusses inner vs. outer beauty and his journey as a person with a facial difference. Available wherever you listen: https://lnkd.in/dfKTvGFZ DAVID ROCHE is a popular motivational speaker and performer, and he has taken his one-man show, The Church of 80% Sincerity, on tour across the world, performing from Sydney to Moscow, London to Los Angeles, and even at the White House. He has also had several roles in films and documentaries. A recent recipient of the Order of Canada, Roche is also a volunteer for the Sunshine Coast Hospice in British Columbia. With his partner, Marlena, he leads storytelling and writing workshops, inspiring others to voice their own stories. His memoir Standing at the Back Door of Happiness (Harbour Publishing) published in 2024. Roche lives in Roberts Creek, BC. His website is www.davidroche.com. If you are someone with a facial difference and you want to connect with other people with facial differences David Roche can help you make connections. Email him at [email protected] Website: www.davidroche.com Standing at the Back Door of Happiness: https://amzn.to/3BqfngY Love at Second Sight: https://bit.ly/49xM3Se Email: [email protected] #facialdifference #craniofacial #moebiussyndrome #craniosynostosis #crouzonsyndrome #treachercollins #microtia #facialpalsy #pfeiffersyndrome #facialparalysis #hemifacialmicrosomia #goldenharsyndrome #antleybixlersyndrome #nagersyndrome #millersyndrome #neurofibromatosis #pierrerobinsequence #fibrousdysplasia #apertsyndrome #hemangioma #moebius #coffinlowrysyndrome #carpentersyndrome #dysplasia #craniodiaphyseal #craniodiaphysealdysplasia #mentalhealth #psychology #psychiatry #mentalhealthawareness #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind

In the latest episode of the Ruthless Compassion Podcast I am joined by actor, activist, and author David Roche, who discusses inner vs. outer beauty and his journey as a person with a facial difference. Available wherever you listen: https://lnkd.in/dfKTvGFZ DAVID ROCHE is a popular motivational speaker and performer, and he has taken his one-man show, The Church of 80% Sincerity, on tour across the world, performing from Sydney to Moscow, London to Los Angeles, and even at the White House. He has also had several roles in films and documentaries. A recent recipient of the Order of Canada, Roche is also a volunteer for the Sunshine Coast Hospice in British Columbia. With his partner, Marlena, he leads storytelling and writing workshops, inspiring others to voice their own stories. His memoir Standing at the Back Door of Happiness (Harbour Publishing) published in 2024. Roche lives in Roberts Creek, BC. His website is www.davidroche.com. If you are someone with a facial difference and you want to connect with other people with facial differences David Roche can help you make connections. Email him at [email protected] Website: www.davidroche.com Standing at the Back Door of Happiness: https://amzn.to/3BqfngY Love at Second Sight: https://bit.ly/49xM3Se Email: [email protected] #facialdifference #craniofacial #moebiussyndrome #craniosynostosis #crouzonsyndrome #treachercollins #microtia #facialpalsy #pfeiffersyndrome #facialparalysis #hemifacialmicrosomia #goldenharsyndrome #antleybixlersyndrome #nagersyndrome #millersyndrome #neurofibromatosis #pierrerobinsequence #fibrousdysplasia #apertsyndrome #hemangioma #moebius #coffinlowrysyndrome #carpentersyndrome #dysplasia #craniodiaphyseal #craniodiaphysealdysplasia #mentalhealth #psychology #psychiatry #mentalhealthawareness #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind

We're tempted to do too much for others during the holiday season. Here's why we shouldn't. #peoplepleasing #fyp #peoplepleaser #boundaries #mentalhealth #anxiety #depressionanxiety #healthyboundaries #psychiatristsoftiktok#holidays #holidayseason #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind

#wisdomwednesday Love is given freely or not at all. You never have to try to “earn” love. People will love you if they’re capable of it and if the two of you are a good fit. Just be yourself. No need to try so hard. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind

During the holiday season, how do you prioritize self-care? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know. In our previous poll, we asked how you deal with difficult family members during the holiday season. Your top answers were: 1. Try to avoid spending time with them 2. Engage in positive self-care Click the link below to take the new poll: https://bit.ly/4g7mfix #poll #selfcare #mentalhealthawareness #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind

#wisdomwednesday Having a good cry is not a sign of weakness. It’s part of our self-care. Sometimes, we just need to let all the feelings out. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind

In my new episode of the Reel Mental podcast, I speak with Jason Anderson about the film The Last Showgirl. Jason Anderson is a film programmer, critic, and lecturer based on Toronto. He programs films for the Toronto International Film Festival, the Kingston Canadian Film Festival, and Aspen Shortsfest. His writing regularly appears in such publications as Uncut magazine, Sight & Sound, and Broadview. Available wherever you listen: https://bit.ly/4ic9UuA #tiff24 #filmreview #moviereview #review #filmcritic #moviecritic #academyawards #torontointernationalfilmfestival #jamieleecurtis #pamelaanderson #mentalhealth #podcast #reelmental #KindVsNice #RuthlessCompassion #befiercelykind

In my new episode of the Reel Mental podcast, I speak with Jason Anderson about the film The Last Showgirl. Jason Anderson is a film programmer, critic, and lecturer based on Toronto. He programs films for the Toronto International Film Festival, the Kingston Canadian Film Festival, and Aspen Shortsfest. His writing regularly appears in such publications as Uncut magazine, Sight & Sound, and Broadview. Available wherever you listen: https://bit.ly/4ic9UuA #tiff24 #filmreview #moviereview #review #filmcritic #moviecritic #academyawards #torontointernationalfilmfestival #jamieleecurtis #pamelaanderson #mentalhealth #podcast #reelmental #KindVsNice #RuthlessCompassion #befiercelykind

As political polarization intensifies, navigating family dynamics during the holidays can be more challenging than ever. This article explores practical strategies to manage differing opinions while prioritizing your mental health during the holiday season. Read my latest blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/4gkokHx #polarization #politics #republican #democrat #bipartisanship #liberal #conservative #politcal #boundaries #mentalhealth #anxiety #healthyboundaries #family #relationships #blog #toxicrelationships #holidays #holidayseason #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind