Treating oneself with kindness and compassion is crucial from "summary" of The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World by Dalai Lama,Howard Cutler,M.D.
In our journey towards happiness, we often tend to neglect the importance of treating ourselves with kindness and compassion. We are quick to criticize ourselves for our mistakes and shortcomings, but we fail to show ourselves the same level of understanding and forgiveness that we would offer to others. This lack of self-compassion can have a detrimental impact on our well-being and happiness.
When we are harsh and critical towards ourselves, we create a negative cycle of self-doubt and low self-esteem. We become our own worst enemy, constantly berating ourselves for our perceived failures and inadequacies. This negative self-talk can chip away at our self-confidence and prevent us from reaching our full potential.
On the other hand, when we treat ourselves with kindness and compassion, we create a nurturing and supportive environment within ourselves. We become more forgiving of our mistakes and shortcomings, understanding that we are only human and that perfection is an u...
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