Review
What is self-compassion?
Being nice, patient, and kind towards yourself.
In what ways can self-compassion help you deal with failure or mistakes?
Being kind to yourself can help you cope more the next time you make a mistake
How can practicing self-compassion improve your relationships with others?
It can help us be more kind and patient towards others.
I don't like myself.
There are many things about myself that I love.
I may not fully love myself yet, but I am getting there.
No one appreciates me.
I recognize my own worth.
How is self-compassion different from self-esteem?
Self-compassion is being kind and patient with yourself and self-esteem is how you feel about yourself.
How might self-compassion influence how we handle stress and difficult emotions?
It improves resilience and motivation! The more patient we are with ourselves, the more we can handle stress and difficult emotions.
True or False: Self-compassion is making excuses.
False!
I always mess up.
I learn from every situation.
I'm too slow.
I prioritize accuracy over speed.
How does self-compassion impact emotional well-being and mental health?
self-compassion makes it easier to cope and be kind to yourself.
Can self-compassion can reduce feelings of guilt or shame?
Yes, it can
How does self-compassion act as a motivator?
When you accept yourself as you are, then you can change. Self-compassion uses encouragement, warmth, and support.
I'm not likable.
I'm worthy of respect and kindness.
Others are more successful.
My journey is unique.
What are the three main components of self-compassion?
Self-kindness vs. Self-judgment
Common humanity vs. Isolation
Mindfulness vs. Over-identification
How does self-compassion relate to resilience, or the ability to bounce back from adversity?
It can increase resilience
How can self-compassion be a tool for breaking out of negative thought patterns?
More compassion=more positive thoughts
My life sucks, nothing is going well.
I am going through a tough time, and I am in a rough headspace. This does not mean it will last forever.
I can't do this anymore!
I will try again tomorrow.
Why is it important to treat ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a friend?
We deserve compassion just as our friend does.
How can you cultivate more self-compassion in your daily life?
Up to the speaker.
How can self-compassion impact personal growth or self-improvement?
The more compassion you have towards yourself the more self-improvement you can make.
They all think I'm a failure.
What matters is my own opinion, safety, and comfort. I trust myself and I will get back up.
I'm not good enough.
I value myself and my energy.