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Being gentle with ourselves is a fundamental aspect of mindfulness practice from "summary" of The Mindful Way Through Depression by Mark; Teasdale John; Segal Williams (Zindel; Kabat-Zinn, Jon)

When we think of being gentle with ourselves, we may initially have difficulty understanding what this really means. It is not about indulging ourselves in every desire or whim that arises, but rather, it is about being kind and compassionate towards ourselves. This concept is a crucial aspect of mindfulness practice because it allows us to approach our thoughts and feelings with a sense of openness and non-judgment. Being gentle with ourselves means treating ourselves with the same level of care and kindness that we would offer to a close friend who is going through a difficult time. It involves acknowledging our own suffering and pain without adding additional layers of self-criticism or blame. Instead of berating ourselves for our perceived shortcomings or mistakes, we can learn t...
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    The Mindful Way Through Depression

    Mark; Teasdale John; Segal Williams (Zindel; Kabat-Zinn, Jon)

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