Selfcompassion is a necessary practice for personal growth from "summary" of How Not To Be a Boy by Robert Webb
Self-compassion is not just a nice idea; it's a necessity for personal growth. It's about treating yourself with the same kindness, understanding, and forgiveness that you would offer a friend in need. We often hold ourselves to impossibly high standards, berating ourselves for our mistakes and flaws. But self-compassion teaches us that it's okay to be imperfect, that we are worthy of love and acceptance just as we are. When we practice self-compassion, we are better able to face our fears and failures with courage and resilience. Instead of beating ourselves up over our shortcomings, we can learn from them and grow stronger. Self-compassion allows us to acknowledge our pain and suffering without getting lost in self-pity or self-criticism. It helps us to be more mindful of our thoughts and feelings, and to respond to them with kindness and understanding. B...
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