Ruthless Compassion Institute
I help women heal their emotional wounds to become powerful kindness warriors.
The fundamental aim of the Ruthless Compassion Institute is for our clients to lead richer, happier, and easier lives through the practice of Ruthless Compassion. The institute is dedicated to improving lives by empowering people to be more conscious, make reality-based choices and break dysfunctional patterns of thinking and behavior.
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In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Tracey Yokas, an author, artist, and mental health advocate. Tracey opens up about her daughter's battle with disordered eating and depression, and how it led her to write her memoir, "Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing." Her book serves as a beacon of hope for families going through similar struggles, offering a candid look at what worked, what didn't, and the importance of not feeling alone.
Available wherever you listen:
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Tracey Yokas creates stuff. When she isn't writing about mental health and wellness, she can be found playing with paint, glitter, and glue. She shares about her family's journey with mental illness so others will know they are not alone. She is dedicated to supporting women in the journey towards authenticity, and fulfills her mission by creating safe spaces where art, words, and vulnerability meet in dynamic community. Tracey earned her master's degree in counseling psychology from California Lutheran University and lives in Newbury Park, CA, with her family.
You can find her on Facebook () and Instagram () or on her website, https://bit.ly/4e60CxD.
Her memoir: Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing.
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Tracey Yokas, an author, artist, and mental health advocate. Tracey opens up about her daughter's battle with disordered eating and depression, and how it led her to write her memoir, "Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing." Her book serves as a beacon of hope for families going through similar struggles, offering a candid look at what worked, what didn't, and the importance of not feeling alone.
Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3T4oOsc
Tracey Yokas creates stuff. When she isn't writing about mental health and wellness, she can be found playing with paint, glitter, and glue. She shares about her family's journey with mental illness so others will know they are not alone. She is dedicated to supporting women in the journey towards authenticity, and fulfills her mission by creating safe spaces where art, words, and vulnerability meet in dynamic community. Tracey earned her master's degree in counseling psychology from California Lutheran University and lives in Newbury Park, CA, with her family.
You can find her on Facebook () and Instagram () or on her website, https://bit.ly/4e60CxD.
Her memoir: Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing.
08/29/2024
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Tracey Yokas, an author, artist, and mental health advocate. Tracey opens up about her daughter's battle with disordered eating and depression, and how it led her to write her memoir, "Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing." Her book serves as a beacon of hope for families going through similar struggles, offering a candid look at what worked, what didn't, and the importance of not feeling alone.
Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3T4oOsc
Tracey Yokas creates stuff. When she isn't writing about mental health and wellness, she can be found playing with paint, glitter, and glue. She shares about her family's journey with mental illness so others will know they are not alone. She is dedicated to supporting women in the journey towards authenticity, and fulfills her mission by creating safe spaces where art, words, and vulnerability meet in dynamic community. Tracey earned her master's degree in counseling psychology from California Lutheran University and lives in Newbury Park, CA, with her family.
You can find her on Facebook () and Instagram () or on her website, https://bit.ly/4e60CxD.
Her memoir: Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing.
08/28/2024
The negative inner voice that tells you “don’t bother, you won’t succeed,” “you’re not good enough,” or “you don’t deserve it,” is a liar. It’s your sacred duty to fight against it and go after your best life.
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Enabling bad behaviour rewards the person doing harm and punishes their victims. Enabling only perpetuates the harm.
08/21/2024
Now that autumn is almost here, what are your main worries? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know.
In our previous poll, we asked what was one act of kindness you could do right now and the top two were:
1. Checking in on a neighbour
2. Helping an unhoused person
We also received some fantastic suggestions such as fixing a family rift and 'paying it forward' by paying for people's coffee at the drive-through.
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Two Ways People Try to Shut You Down
08/16/2024
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In our previous poll, the top three world issues that were stressing you out were:
1. Political polarization
2. The economy
3. The upcoming US election
Click the link below to take the new poll.
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In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Michael Tennant about the power of empathy. This is the fourth in our series about different perspectives on empathy.
Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3yEOgxj
Check out the other three episodes in this series here:
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/why-empathy-matters-with-mimi-nicklin
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/the-importance-of-empathy-with-judith-orloff
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/170-purposeful-empathy-with-dr-anita-nowak
Michael Tennant is the Founder, and CEO of Curiosity Lab, a purpose-driven venture studio and consultancy that builds products and experiences that teach empathy, creator of the empathy card game, Actually Curious, and author of The Power of Empathy, described by Inc. as "effectively balancing a self-help approach with a practical explanation of how we can use empathy as a tool". Michael and his work has been featured by the New York Times, Beyoncé, the Today show, Good Morning America, and many others. In his role as CEO, Michael creates and incubates businesses to help values-aligned individuals and organizations use empathy to live happier and healthier lives, and to nurture inclusive and innovative environments. In 2022, Curiosity Lab received an investment from Pharrell and the Black Ambition Prize.
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Digital course: https://bit.ly/46QuyLS
Conversation card game, Actually Curious: https://https://bit.ly/46MyTzq
15% off Actually Curious card games on https://bit.ly/46MyTzq with code RUTHLESSCOMPASSION
Book: https://bit.ly/3Z4rnyj
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Michael Tennant about the power of empathy. This is the fourth in our series about different perspectives on empathy.
Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3yEOgxj
Check out the other three episodes in this series here:
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/why-empathy-matters-with-mimi-nicklin
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/the-importance-of-empathy-with-judith-orloff
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/170-purposeful-empathy-with-dr-anita-nowak
Michael Tennant is the Founder, and CEO of Curiosity Lab, a purpose-driven venture studio and consultancy that builds products and experiences that teach empathy, creator of the empathy card game, Actually Curious, and author of The Power of Empathy, described by Inc. as "effectively balancing a self-help approach with a practical explanation of how we can use empathy as a tool". Michael and his work has been featured by the New York Times, Beyoncé, the Today show, Good Morning America, and many others. In his role as CEO, Michael creates and incubates businesses to help values-aligned individuals and organizations use empathy to live happier and healthier lives, and to nurture inclusive and innovative environments. In 2022, Curiosity Lab received an investment from Pharrell and the Black Ambition Prize.
Relevant Social Media Handles:
Instagram: / /
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3YMvDCf
Digital course: https://bit.ly/46QuyLS
Conversation card game, Actually Curious: https://https://bit.ly/46MyTzq
15% off Actually Curious card games on https://bit.ly/46MyTzq with code RUTHLESSCOMPASSION
Book: https://bit.ly/3Z4rnyj
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Michael Tennant about the power of empathy. This is the fourth in our series exploring different perspectives on empathy.
Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3yEOgxj
Check out the other three episodes in this series here:
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/why-empathy-matters-with-mimi-nicklin
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/the-importance-of-empathy-with-judith-orloff
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/170-purposeful-empathy-with-dr-anita-nowak
Michael Tennant is the Founder, and CEO of Curiosity Lab, a purpose-driven venture studio and consultancy that builds products and experiences that teach empathy, creator of the empathy card game, Actually Curious, and author of The Power of Empathy, described by Inc. as "effectively balancing a self-help approach with a practical explanation of how we can use empathy as a tool". Michael and his work has been featured by the New York Times, Beyoncé, the Today show, Good Morning America, and many others. In his role as CEO, Michael creates and incubates businesses to help values-aligned individuals and organizations use empathy to live happier and healthier lives, and to nurture inclusive and innovative environments. In 2022, Curiosity Lab received an investment from Pharrell and the Black Ambition Prize.
Relevant Social Media Handles:
Instagram: / /
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3YMvDCf
Digital course: https://bit.ly/46QuyLS
Conversation card game, Actually Curious: https://https://bit.ly/46MyTzq
15% off Actually Curious card games on https://bit.ly/46MyTzq with code RUTHLESSCOMPASSION
Book: https://bit.ly/3Z4rnyj
08/14/2024
We need to understand that self-care is not selfishness and making a judgement is not being judgemental. People accuse us of these things in order to silence us when they’re behaving badly or when we’re trying to protect ourselves. Empowerment lies in understanding these distinctions.
In my new episode of the Reel Mental podcast, I speak with Adam Manery about the film 'Perfect Days.'
Adam Manery is a former high school teacher turned film critic who has transitioned his passion for education from the classroom to the screen. He shines a light on independent filmmaking and emerging directors while offering insightful commentary on some of the world's largest films. His reviews delve into the themes, characters, and philosophy of each project, weaving between hope and existential dread.
Website: https://bit.ly/3YeUwWO
YouTube: (https://bit.ly/3WoNcWm)
Available wherever you listen:
https://pod.co/reel-mental-with-dr-marcia-sirota/adam-manery-discusses-perfect-days
08/08/2024
! It's International Cat Day today, but in some households, that's every day!
Here are some of our favourite felines!
08/07/2024
Ruthlessness without compassion is just cruelty. Compassion without ruthlessness can be disempowering or enabling. Together, they merge clarity with kindness; fierceness with tolerance, for optimal happiness and success.
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Anita Nowak, PhD, about the power of purposeful empathy.
Anita Nowak, PhD, is an empathy evangelist, author, TEDx speaker, podcaster, award-winning educator, certified coach, and founder of Purposeful Empathy by Design, an advisory firm that helps purpose-driven organizations create cultures of empathy and social impact. Passionate about mentoring the next generation of changemakers, she teaches Leadership, Ethics in Management, and Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation at McGill University in Montreal. And this fall, she's excited to teach a new course about purpose, happiness and well-being. She's also on faculty with the McGill Executive Institute. Her debut book, Purposeful Empathy: Tapping Our Hidden Superpower for Personal, Organizational, and Social Change was published in 2023. Her podcast/YouTube series (also called Purposeful Empathy) is dedicated to amplifying the voices of people from across the globe who understand the world needs more empathy - and are doing something about it.
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Purposeful Empathy: Tapping Our Hidden Superpower for Personal, Organizational, and Social Change link: https://bit.ly/3A81W4g
Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale: https://bit.ly/3SwuQ4q
Available wherever you listen:
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/170-purposeful-empathy-with-dr-anita-nowak
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Anita Nowak, PhD, about the power of purposeful empathy.
Anita Nowak, PhD, is an empathy evangelist, author, TEDx speaker, podcaster, award-winning educator, certified coach, and founder of Purposeful Empathy by Design, an advisory firm that helps purpose-driven organizations create cultures of empathy and social impact. Passionate about mentoring the next generation of changemakers, she teaches Leadership, Ethics in Management, and Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation at McGill University in Montreal. And this fall, she's excited to teach a new course about purpose, happiness and well-being. She's also on faculty with the McGill Executive Institute. Her debut book, Purposeful Empathy: Tapping Our Hidden Superpower for Personal, Organizational, and Social Change was published in 2023. Her podcast/YouTube series (also called Purposeful Empathy) is dedicated to amplifying the voices of people from across the globe who understand the world needs more empathy - and are doing something about it.
Website https://bit.ly/4dbD7Dm
Book https://bit.ly/3A81W4g
LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3YtLVzD
Instagram https://bit.ly/3SvMZ2l
Facebook https://bit.ly/4c8qmI8
Facebook Group https://bit.ly/3WNsBMs
Podcast Audio https://bit.ly/4d3H3WF
Purposeful Empathy: Tapping Our Hidden Superpower for Personal, Organizational, and Social Change link: https://bit.ly/3A81W4g
Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale: https://bit.ly/3SwuQ4q
Available wherever you listen:
https://pod.co/ruthless-compassion-with-dr-marcia-sirota/170-purposeful-empathy-with-dr-anita-nowak
07/31/2024
Sometimes, we’re compelled to rescue someone because their bad choices remind us of our own and we don’t want to feel the pain of our mistakes. With self-compassion and the ability to tolerate our feelings of regret, the urge to rescue others goes away.
07/31/2024
Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know what world issues are stressing you out these days?
Click the link below to take the newest poll:
https://bit.ly/3SkICXF
In our previous poll, your top three ways to be less lonely this summer were:
1. Reach out to people
2. Take a class
3. Volunteer
07/25/2024
Why do we get so mad when people flaunt their antisocial behaviour, even if it's for a good reason? Dr. Leslie Dobson's recent TikTok about not returning her shopping cart went viral, for all the wrong reasons. She even received death threats. Prosocial behaviour garners praise while antisocial behaviour garners hatred.
Watch my latest YouTube video to find out more:
https://bit.ly/3LysMFj
In my new episode of the Reel Mental podcast, I speak with Adam Manery about the film 'Wicked Little Letters.'
Adam Manery is a former high school teacher turned film critic who has transitioned his passion for education from the classroom to the screen. He shines a light on independent filmmaking and emerging directors while offering insightful commentary on some of the world's largest films. His reviews delve into the themes, characters, and philosophy of each project, weaving between hope and existential dread.
Website: https://bit.ly/3YeUwWO
YouTube: (https://bit.ly/3WoNcWm)
Available wherever you listen:
https://pod.co/reel-mental-with-dr-marcia-sirota/adam-manery-discusses-wicked-little-letters
In my new episode of the Reel Mental podcast, I speak with Adam Manery about the film 'Wicked Little Letters.'
Adam Manery is a former high school teacher turned film critic who has transitioned his passion for education from the classroom to the screen. He shines a light on independent filmmaking and emerging directors while offering insightful commentary on some of the world's largest films. His reviews delve into the themes, characters, and philosophy of each project, weaving between hope and existential dread.
Website: https://bit.ly/3YeUwWO
YouTube: (https://bit.ly/3WoNcWm)
Available wherever you listen:
https://pod.co/reel-mental-with-dr-marcia-sirota/adam-manery-discusses-wicked-little-letters
07/24/2024
We women need to wake up to how much we’ve internalized the patriarchy. Are we really okay with being viewed and treated as second-class citizens? If not, we must demand equality.
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Jessi Kneeland, a body image coach, speaker, and author of the book BODY NEUTRAL: A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues. Jessi explains how body neutrality focuses on viewing your body through a neutral lens, free from moral judgment, and how this approach can lead to greater self-acceptance and compassion.
Jessi Kneeland (they/them) is a q***r and non-binary body image coach, speaker, and author of the book BODY NEUTRAL: A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues. Through a concept called body neutrality—the practice of consciously stripping our bodies of all false or inflated meaning, biases, and moral significance—Jessi is committed both to helping individuals feel more empowered, worthy, and confident in themselves, and to advancing collective liberation and healing from systems of oppression.
Instagram, tiktok, facebook, and twitter:
Youtube: https://bit.ly/3zPXjvG
Podcast- This Is (Not) About Your Body: https://bit.ly/3Sc8sgu
Website: https://bit.ly/4d5KwUe
Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3WrVr4T
In the latest episode of The Ruthless Compassion podcast, I talk with Jessi Kneeland, a body image coach, speaker, and author of the book BODY NEUTRAL: A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues. Jessi explains how body neutrality focuses on viewing your body through a neutral lens, free from moral judgment, and how this approach can lead to greater self-acceptance and compassion.
Jessi Kneeland (they/them) is a q***r and non-binary body image coach, speaker, and author of the book BODY NEUTRAL: A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues. Through a concept called body neutrality—the practice of consciously stripping our bodies of all false or inflated meaning, biases, and moral significance—Jessi is committed both to helping individuals feel more empowered, worthy, and confident in themselves, and to advancing collective liberation and healing from systems of oppression.
Instagram, tiktok, facebook, and twitter:
Youtube: https://bit.ly/3zPXjvG
Podcast- This Is (Not) About Your Body: https://bit.ly/3Sc8sgu
Website: https://bit.ly/4d5KwUe
Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/3WrVr4T
07/17/2024
Alice Munro's daughter, Andrea Robin Skinner, recently revealed that she was sexually abused as a child by her stepfather, Gerald Fremlin. Skinner's account highlights the devastating impact of enablers, including her mother, who prioritized Munro's fame and well-being over her daughter's safety. This revelation has raised important questions about complicity and silence in cases of child abuse.
Read my latest blog to learn more:
https://marciasirotamd.com/psychology-popular-culture/alice-munro-and-the-enabling-of-child-sexual-abuse
07/17/2024
In cases of child sexual abuse, the enabler is no less guilty than the predator, because the enabler allows the abuse to continue.
Alice Munro Enabled Her Daughter's Trauma
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