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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.

“Personal healing and greater awareness make a significant impact on the world. Every person who changes their own life for the better becomes a role model to others. As more people achieve wholeness through fulfillment and freedom from suffering, the healthier our lives, communities and in turn, our world will be” – Marcia Sirota MD (Founder & Director)

17/01/2026

TIFFTOK50 Episode 4 - & Sons

Photo courtesy of: Toronto International Film Festival®

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15/01/2026

In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the film "The Sun Rises On Us All" with writer-director Cai Shangjun and screenwriter Han Nianjin at The Toronto International Film Festival®.

With special thanks to our interpreter Erika Li.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/4pDBWBO
CAI SHANGJUN | DIRECTOR
Director, screenwriter and producer, Cai Shangjun graduated from China Central Academy of Drama in 1992. Cai’s screenplays include Spicy Love Soup (1997), Shower (1999) and Sunflower (2005). He wrote and directed The Red Awn (2007), People Mountain People Sea (2011) and The Conformist (2017). The Red Awn won the FIPRESCI Prize at the 12th Busan International Film Festival, the Golden Alexander Award for Best Film at the 48th Thessaloniki International Film Festival and the Jury Grand Prize at the 2nd Asia Pacific Screen Award. People Mountain People Sea won the Silver Lion Award for Best Director at the 68th Venice International Film Festival, the Silver Montgolfiere D’Argent Award at the Nantes Three Continents Festival, the Critics Prize at the Black Movie Film Festival, and the Grand Prix Award at the 10th Pacific Meridian International Film Festival of Asia Pacific Countries. The Conformist won Best Actor Award at the 20th Shanghai International Film Festival and was screened in competition at TOKYO FILMex and as a Special Screening at the 42nd Toronto International Film Festival.

HAN NIANJIN | SCREENWRITER
Han Nianjin graduated from the University of Munich and is a freelance writer and cinematographer. The Sun Rises on Us All is her first screenplay.

14/01/2026

When domestic and world events are overwhelming, there are two things that you can do: be kind and be creative. Both bring hope and meaning and both mitigate despair.

14/01/2026

In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the film, "No Other Choice," with Matteo Salvatore.

Available wherever you listen:
https://podcast.reelmental.com/35-matteo-salvatore-discusses-no-other-choice

Matteo Salvatore is a Toronto-based film critic and writer. What began as a casual writing hobby has evolved into a dedicated passion for film analysis and criticism, spanning more than four years across multiple platforms. Through a mix of thoughtful written essays and engaging video content, Matteo has steadily grown his online following and presence in the film community.

Learn more about Matteo Salvatore
Substack: https://undertheprojector.substack.com/
Instagram: MatteoS4lvatore
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TikTok: UnderTheProjector

10/01/2026

In my latest blog I discuss three films from the fiftieth anniversary of the Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF) which explore the courage and resilience of young girls.

Click the link below to read my latest blog now:
https://bit.ly/4pu281E

08/01/2026

Does going back to the office cause you stress? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll to let us know.

Click the link below to take the new poll now:
https://bit.ly/3L1AXNO

In our previous poll, we asked what you think about New Year's resolutions. Your top answers were:
*I make resolutions when it feels right; not specifically at New Year's.
*I think they put too much pressure on us.
*I make them every year but I never keep them.

07/01/2026

Self-care is not selfish. We all deserve it and we have more to give when we take care of ourselves first.

31/12/2025

For your New Year’s resolution this year, consider making the choice to slow down and savour more in your life. When everything is going so fast, it’s impossible to enjoy anything. But when you slow down, that’s when life becomes rich and beautiful.

27/12/2025

What do you think about New Year's resolutions? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll to let us know.

Click the link below to take the new poll now:
https://form.questionscout.com/6949ca505a3769e38f94e2e2

In our previous poll, we asked how much of a people-pleaser you were. Your top answers were:
*I find it hard to say “no” and set limits.
*People will often take advantage of my niceness. I rarely say “no.”
*I can say “no,” most of the time.

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