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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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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30 days of working on calm: Successes, challenges, and future direction
My Commitment to Calm included meditation, yoga, gratitude, and contentment. Read about my biggest successes after 30 days of working on calm.
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Commitment to Calm day 28
My Commitment to Calm requires a paradigm shift, because accomplishments don’t lead to happiness. Instead, I am practicing being, not doing.
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Commit to calm day 19
When my anxiety flared, I needed to choose the path of least resistance. Learning to engage in self-compassion gave me the break I needed.
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Striking a balance: I’m a work in progress (WIP) and need self-compassion
Commit to Calm day 14
Change is difficult. Striking a balance between being a work-in-progress and needing self-compassion is crucial.
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Commit to Calm Day Two
Practicing self-compassion while working on new habits impacts your success. This was my reminder as I work to create more calm in my life.
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