Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement 3495: On Self-Compassion by Tonya Lester
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Feb 14, 2025 A heartfelt story about a timid rescue cat beautifully illustrates the importance of self-compassion. The speaker challenges the notion that self-criticism fuels success, highlighting that kindness towards oneself is essential for resilience and clarity. Practical self-soothing exercises are shared, emphasizing the need to treat ourselves with the same care we give to others. Ultimately, self-compassion doesn’t mean lowering standards but rather allowing ourselves grace in challenging times.
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The Rescue Cat
- Tonya Lester shares a story about a rescued cat that hid in a bathroom drawer for weeks.
- Her family patiently comforted the cat until it finally felt safe.
Self-Compassion vs. Self-Criticism
- We instinctively offer comfort to others, like scared children or pets, but struggle to extend the same to ourselves.
- Instead of self-soothing, we judge and berate ourselves or turn to distractions.
Self-Compassion and Success
- Many believe self-criticism fuels success, but there’s no evidence for this.
- Self-compassion and high standards can coexist, leading to a better life.