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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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The Power of Self-Compassion

Self-compassion is a powerful alternative to self-criticism, as it can help in various aspects like reducing procrastination, improving performance, and enhancing compassion towards others. It involves three key components: mindfulness, acknowledging common humanity, and practicing self-kindness. By treating yourself with the same kindness as you would to others, you can boost your performance, increase compassion towards others, and ultimately feel better. Self-compassion is not about self-indulgence but about being kind to oneself while still acknowledging and addressing problematic behavior.

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