# 56: The Tenderness of Love: Releasing expectations and receiving compassion

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Podcast: [The Loving Consciously Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-loving-consciously-podcast-6573910)
Published: 2026-08-01T02:56:20+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/loving-consciously/2969585
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Episode Description: Where in your life could you use more tenderness? In this episode we explore being perfectly imperfect humans. We discuss the expectations we hold of ourselves and others around "have to" and "should" and unpack the ways in which we are always seeking to do rather than to be. This episode is an invitation into a tender space of compassion with us so that you may receive it and then share it with the world. --- Please take a moment to share this episode with someone you love. You can also support the expansion of this show by following and leaving a review. Together, we are creating a more conscious and loving world! About the Loving Consciously Podcast: The Loving Consciously Podcast exists to help people move beyond awakening and healing into the embodiment of conscious love. This podcast offers deeply meaningful conversations exploring consciousness, spirituality, and relationships while vulnerably sharing our personal journey. Thank you for choosing love and joining us in the Love Revolution! Continue the Journey: 🤍 Discover Loving Consciously Learn more about us and our offerings and community on our website. 🕊️ Enter The Loving Consciously Sanctuary Walk The Way of Loving Consciously through our community and academy for awakening, healing, and embodying conscious love. 🔗 Explore Our Links Find links to our free resources, Love Letter, trusted partners, social channels, and everything else in one place.

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