The Power of Understanding: Winning the Battle Between Your Head and Your Heart

Michael J. Chase, founder of The Kindness Center and author of The Radical Practice of Loving Everyone, shares the importance of understanding and discusses how understanding plays a huge role in the kindness that we express toward ourselves and others. The first step is self-love. As Michael says, “It all starts within.” He also explains that true understanding comes from the heart, not the head. Kindness does not condone negative behavior; rather, it acknowledges the other person’s pain and offers compassion. With grace and vulnerability, Michael tells his own story of coming to kindness and experiencing the complete shattering of his heart—only from there was he able to heal himself. In this inspiring hour, Michael shares advice on how to find more kindness for yourself and others. He also gives tips on performing a lovingkindness meditation that will help open your heart to more love.