In this second of a three part short series on self compassion, I will dive a bit deeper, referencing the insights of two incredible authors - experts on the subject. I'll talk about some of the key takeaways from their books, and maybe provide some helpful strategies to use for yourself.
Self-compassion is a way of relating to ourselves with kindness, understanding, and acceptance. It is about recognizing that we are all imperfect and that we all make mistakes. It's about how we relate to ourselves.
Self-compassion has many benefits, including:
Self-compassion is a lifelong journey. It is not something that we can achieve overnight. However, with practice, we can all learn to be more compassionate towards ourselves.
Here are some of the tools and resources I talked about:
Kristin Neff's website: self-compassion.org
Chris Germer's website: chrisgermer.com
The Self-Compassion Workbook by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer
I hope that this episode helps with a little bit more understanding on the topic, and hopefully will inspire you to start a more mindful practice of self-compassion. I'd love to hear more about your journey! Share your thoughts with me through the website at StacieBaird.com.
