Cultivate selfcompassion and self-love from "summary" of The Passion Trap: How to Right an Unbalanced Relationship by Dean C. Delis
To truly break free from the passion trap, it is essential to start by cultivating self-compassion and self-love. This may sound simple in theory, but in practice, it can be a challenging journey. It requires a deep level of introspection and self-awareness to acknowledge and address our own vulnerabilities and insecurities. Self-compassion involves treating ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a close friend in times of need. It means recognizing our own humanity and imperfections without judgment or self-criticism. By showing ourselves compassion, we can begin to heal the wounds that have been inflicted upon us by past relationships or traumas. Self-love, on the other hand, is about recognizing our own inherent worth and value as individuals. It is about setting boundaries and prioritizing our own needs and well-being. Self-love is not about being ...
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