Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others.
Kristin Neff
American psychologist at the University of Texas at Austin who co-developed the Self-Compassion Scale. Author of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself (2011).
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Unlike self-criticism, which asks if you're good enough, self-compassion asks what's good for you.
With self-compassion, we give ourselves the same kindness and care we'd give to a good friend.
Self-compassion involves treating yourself with the same kindness, concern, and support you'd show a good friend.
The more we resist our feelings, the more likely they are to persist.