Cultivate selfcompassion from "summary" of A Radical Awakening by Shefali Tsabary
To awaken is to realize that it is in our deepest suffering that our greatest growth lies. When we are faced with challenges, our instinct is often to be self-critical and judgmental. We blame ourselves for our mistakes, shortcomings, and failures. This constant barrage of negative self-talk can be detrimental to our well-being. Instead of being our own worst enemy, we must learn to be our own best friend. Cultivating self-compassion means treating ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a loved one in need. It involves being gentle with ourselves, especially during times of pain and difficulty. Self-compassion allows us to acknowledge our humanity and imperfections without falling into a trap of self-pity or self-indulgence. It is about recognizing that we are all flawed, and t...
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