28 Dec Top 3 Reasons to Show Yourself Compassion This Year, and How to Start
In all my years of working as a psychologist, I’ve never met anyone who’s hated their way to happiness.
On the other hand, there’s no doubt that those who’re kind to themselves, those who practice self-compassion, tend to be happier and generally more satisfied with life.
Even though self-compassion sounds simple, it’s harder than it seems and it’s also weighed down by many myths and misconceptions.
So, if you’re looking for some tips to become more self-compassionate then read on …
via Cnet by Ashlee Tilford
No matter what time of year it is and how stretched thin you may feel from obligations and expectations, don’t let self-love take a back seat. Have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to show yourself some grace and understanding? You deserve just as much love and compassion as you give to others.
As the new year approaches, we challenge you to make self-compassion a New Year’s resolution you practice year-round, every year. Because you are worth it.
Here’s how to make self-compassion a priority (and why it’s a must).
What is self-compassion?
Self-compassion is the act of showing kindness, mindfulness and compassion to oneself, and it is a vital component of happiness, mental health and self-love. It is a way of relating to oneself in a positive way.
Sounds easy enough, right?
The truth is that for many of us, it’s much easier to show compassion to others than it is to show it to ourselves. The same circumstances that leave us extending a kind hand to someone else may have us judging and criticizing ourselves.
Compassion is centered around social well-being, while self-compassion is centered around personal well-being. Self-compassion asks the question, “what do I need right now?” Because of that I-focused question, self-compassion has gotten a bad rap of being selfish and that couldn’t be more untrue.
Think of self-compassion like oxygen masks on an airplane. We are taught that if you don’t give yourself oxygen first, you will be no help to others who need you. The same is true that if you don’t practice self-compassion, your mental health can take a dip and the negative effects of that will be felt by everyone in your life.
Yes, it’s time to make self-compassion a part of your daily life.
3 reasons to implement self-compassion into your life
This time of year, holiday stress may make you feel the need for change more than ever. There are many reasons implementing self-compassion into your life is beneficial, but here are three reasons that will have the most profound impact on your quality of life…
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