The Power of Self-Compassion

Self-compassion involves treating ourselves with the same kindness, concern, and attention that we would show to a friend. It is about cultivating friendliness and support towards ourselves. The two main expressions of self-compassion are the tender and the fierce. The tender form is about giving ourselves unconditional acceptance, like a mother's love and support for a crying child. It involves holding ourselves and our difficult emotions with tenderness, leading to healing and calm. On the other hand, the fierce form of self-compassion is about taking action and advocating for ourselves when necessary. It involves standing up for ourselves, saying no, and setting boundaries.