Embrace selfcompassion as a path to healing from "summary" of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion by Christopher K. Germer
Self-compassion is a powerful tool for healing emotional wounds. When we embrace self-compassion, we are choosing to treat ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a friend in need. This path to healing involves acknowledging our own suffering without judgment or criticism. Instead of pushing our pain away or trying to numb it with distractions, we allow ourselves to sit with our discomfort and offer ourselves the soothing words and gestures that we crave.
By practicing self-compassion, we are able to cultivate a sense of warmth and acceptance towards ourselves, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. This practice involves mindfulness, which is the act of being present in the moment with a non-judgmental attitude. When we approach our suffering with mindfulness, we are able to observe our thoughts and emotions without getting caught up in them. This allows us to create space between ourselves and our suffering, giving us the opportunity to respond with compassion rather than react with harsh self-criticism.
Self-compassion is not about feeling sorry for ourselves or wallowing in self-pity. It is about recognizing our common humanity and treating ourselves with the same kindness that we would offer to a loved one. When we embrace self-compassion, we are able to transform our relationship with ourselves and begin the process of healing our emotional wounds. This journey towards self-compassion may not always be easy, but it is a path worth taking for the sake of our own well-being and happiness.
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