Self-compassion

Self-compassion is treating yourself with kindness, mindfulness, and a sense of shared humanity in the face of mistakes, pain, or imperfections.

Definition

Self-compassion does not mean justifying everything or abdicating responsibility. It means that in a difficult moment a person does not add additional self-flagellation to the suffering. Kristin Neff's classic approach includes self-kindness, mindfulness, and shared humanity.

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Practice and life

After the mistake, write down three sentences: "It's hard", "It's human", "What responsible and supportive step would be now?"

Common misunderstanding

It is a mistake to confuse self-compassion with indulgence. It is also a mistake to use mild language without real responsibility.

Questions for self-reflection

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