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Correcting our assumptions about self-compassion
- Notice what you believe about self-compassion. What do you think would happen if you were self-compassionate? What would happen if you let go of harsh self-criticism?
- Notice how you talk to yourself. Is your self-talk negative? Do you hold yourself to impossible standards?
- Examine your assumptions about self-compassion.
At first, self-compassion might feel odd, scary or difficult. Be patient with yourself. Getting better at self-compassion takes practice.
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