#178 | Why Compassion, Not Just Empathy, Is Key to Healing & Building Resilience

This week on the Kintsugi Podcast, I celebrated National Sticker Day by handing out 1,000 glow-in-the-dark stickers because stickers aren’t just for kids, they’re for everyone. They’re more than decoration; they’re reminders to pause, breathe, and reflect. I also explored the power of compassion over empathy and shared how you can help communities affected by the California wildfires through our new "Choose Compassion" sweatshirt. Plus, we unpacked the myth of 10,000 steps and revisited the timeless "white t-shirt" habits of wellness—simple, effective practices that never go out of style. Let’s approach health with care, discernment, and heart. Get your free sticker with this link. Grab your “Choose Compassion” sweatshirts here - https://www.pausebreathereflect.com/products/pause-breathe-reflect-organic-zipper-hoody-sweatshirt Key moments of this interview: 0:20 National Sticker Day 3:10 Compassion vs. Empathy 5:30 History of 10,000 Steps and the Marketing Behind It 8:23 Finding Your Own Wellness Path 13:50 The "White T-Shirt" Wellness Habits Thank you for tuning in to The Kintsugi Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing our podcast on your favorite platform. Your support helps us spread more stories of resilience and transformation. Join our Pause Breathe Reflect community by downloading our app from the Apple Store or Google Play today. For the first year, you can Name Your Price and discover how to navigate life with more ease and prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day. Attention is your gateway to connection - Take my FREE Smartphone Wellness Check and discover practical ways to reclaim your attention. Social Media and Contact Information : Instagram: Pause Breathe Reflect https://www.instagram.com/pausebreathereflect LinkedIn: Michael O'Brien https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelobrienpelotoncoaching/ Websites: Discover more at www.michaelobrienshift.com (http://www.michaelobrienshift.com) Sponsors: Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation and Gratitude App To discover more about bringing mindfulness into your daily life, download the Pause Breathe Reflect App today!