We often show more compassion to others than to ourselves. For this reason, it’s important to begin cultivating self-compassion by asking how you’d respond to someone else in this situation. Would you speak harshly or kindly? Would you be understanding, or would you demand better? Would you take the time to realize they probably have lots of other things going on demanding their attention?
However, you would talk to the other, think about talking to yourself in that same way.
What can you learn from this?
Instead of criticizing yourself, the next time you make a mistake ask yourself what you can learn from it. What did you not like about the outcome, and what can you do differently next time to produce a better result? Again, don’t beat yourself up for your mistakes – take it as a learning experience so that you’re better prepared next time and more gentle with yourself in the meantime.
More help with self-compassion
Self-compassion can be tricky or even feel unnatural, especially if you’ve spent years engaged in negative self-talk. Sometimes it’s important to see a counselor in order to get started on the right path if you are finding it difficult to cultivate self-compassion on your own.
To get in touch with someone today, contact High Focus Centers PA by calling 610-644-6464.
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- Ask yourself, how would I respond to someone else?
- What can you learn from this?
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