Being selfcompassionate means embracing one's flaws and shortcomings with kindness from "summary" of The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook by Kristin Neff,Christopher Germer
Self-compassion involves treating ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a good friend in times of suffering. It means being warm and understanding toward ourselves when we suffer, fail, or feel inadequate. This includes embracing our flaws and imperfections with a sense of kindness and nonjudgment. Instead of ignoring or denying our shortcomings, self-compassion involves acknowledging them with honesty and gentleness.
When we can accept our imperfections with compassion, it allows us to see ourselves more accurately and realistically. This understanding of our humanity fosters a sense of connection and common humanity with others. We begin to realize that everyone struggles and experiences difficulties at some point in their lives. This shared experience of suffering helps us feel less isolated and alone in our struggles.
Self-compassion also involves recognizin...
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