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Practice selfcompassion during challenging moments from "summary" of The Headspace Guide to Meditation and Mindfulness by Andy Puddicombe
When life gets tough, it can be easy to be hard on ourselves. We might criticize ourselves for not handling things better or for making mistakes. But in those challenging moments, it is important to remember to treat ourselves with kindness and understanding. This is where self-compassion comes in. Self-compassion is about being gentle with ourselves when we are struggling. It is about recognizing that we are human and that everyone goes through difficult times. Instead of beating ourselves up, we can offer ourselves the same kindness and support that we would offer to a friend in need. Practicing self-compassion during challenging moments involves acknowledging our feelings without judgment. We can observe our thoughts and emotions with curiosity and openness, rather than trying to push them away or suppress them. By allowing ourselves to experience our emotions fully, we can better understand and pro...
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