You had a hard day. You did not meet your productivity goals. You said something that hurt your friends feelings. In any of these situations, most of us would automatically be hard on ourselves. To be kind to ourselves might feel self-indulgent or guarantee we continuing making the same mistakes.
When we acknowledge our emotions in a non-judgemental way we process our experience in a way that allows us to learn from it. You are not wrong for feeling pain, sadness, regret or any emotion.
When we accept that we are still growing and learning and subject to making mistakes, we acknowledge our humanness and can realize that we are not alone.
Self-compassion means treating yourself as kindly as you would treat a friend who needs that support.
Self compassion includes adopting healthier behaviors that support your physical and emotional strength.
In fact, being compassionate with our selves contributes to our being more resilient and having greater well-being.
Can you give yourself permission to enjoy your own company?
Can you be realistic in your expectations of yourself?
Can you accept yourself as you would a friend who makes a mistake?
I know you can.
To find our more about self-compassion coaching with me, Dr. Jodi Peary, call 602.803.6666 or drop me a note at Jodi [email protected].
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