You Are Worthy of Self-Compassion

When you need to give yourself compassion and support, what words do you say to yourself?

Share your reflections below!

  • Janice says:

    Chris,
    Thank you for the explanation of common humanity. It is a term I’ve struggled with. I’m not sure if I accept that others fail. I go through life only seeing the successes of others, the capabilities of others, and the failings in me. I suspect that accepting the concept of common humanity could impact the challenges I’ve faced in providing myself with self-compassion.

  • Lisa says:

    Such wisdom, thank you so much.

  • Patti says:

    When i fail at things i tend to say to myself “well you’re great at other things “ as though im giving myself a conciliation prize!

  • Lara Sif Larusdottir says:

    This lecture touched me deeply and I am thankful for it. I have been criticiseding my self for being afraid in this difficult times, but I going to embrace my self and practicing self- compassion meditation daily for 30 days now. Lara from Iceland

  • Cris says:

    I learned that my body was not beautiful enough, as I was a bit overweight as a child. Even though I went through many diets and sport programmes and am no longer overweight, I still feel ashamed of my body. It is still difficult for me to undress before my husband, although he really loves me. What can I do about it?
    Also, I have a tendency to blush, whenever I meet people that I find attractive. This embarrasses me so much! Thank you for your inspiring Work!

    • Amanda says:

      May I offer what I am trying with a similar struggle with body-image? — Stand in front of the mirror today – put your hand on your heart and practice self-compassion that you would offer a friend.
      You’re hurting and this is hard.
      So many in our world are suffer under media/societal messages of warped/unrealistic/narrow beauty.
      You are enough, right here and right now.
      You ARE beautiful. (And look yourself in the eyes when you say that last line. )

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