Self-compassion is a healthier way to relate to our struggles and difficult emotions. Read about the components, benefits, and five ways we can build our own capacity.
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Explore the power of “and” for understanding the paradoxes of life. Being mindful of life’s duality brings balance and meaning to the journey.
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Read about the complicated nature of perfectionism and learn how to identify your perfectionistic expectations. Self-compassion is the proven way to treat toxic perfectionism.
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A vacation hike taught me to stop resisting and embrace the experience, serving as a metaphor for the war with anxiety. Progress happens when we stop resisting anxiety and use mindfulness instead.
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Learn about RAIN, a tool for practicing mindfulness and dealing with anxious thoughts. My application of RAIN resulted in less anxiety and more fun.
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Research shows children benefit from mindfulness practices, such as learning to pause for a breath. My kids are learning to “smell the cookies; blow out the candles” with promising results.
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After reading about “awe walks” I decided to give it a try. This mindful walking meditation provided the perfect opportunity to experience calming presence.
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When a physically stressful event put my mindfulness practices to the test, I was amazed at how small changes in my thinking calmed the mental chaos.
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Pausing for self-compassion and mindfulness practices
Employing traditional coping techniques made me feel at war with my anxiety. Instead, I’m learning to pause for self-compassion and mindfulness practices.
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Newport’s Digital Minimalism offers research on the negative impact of cell phone use. Explore ways to create calm by instituting his recommendations for more mindful use of technology.
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