Embrace selfcompassion from "summary" of The Dark Side of the Light Chasers by Debbie Ford
To embrace self-compassion is to offer ourselves the same kindness, care, and understanding that we would to a close friend in need. It involves recognizing our own suffering and responding to it with warmth and concern. When we practice self-compassion, we are able to hold ourselves in a gentle and loving way, even when facing our darkest aspects. Self-compassion is different from self-pity or self-indulgence, as it requires us to acknowledge our pain without getting lost in it. It is about being present with our emotions and experiences, without judgment or criticism. By treating ourselves with compassion, we can begin to heal the wounds that we have been carrying for so long. Many of us have been conditioned to believe that self-criticism and self-judgment are necessary for growth and improvement. Howe...
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