self-compassion

 

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Beth Anderson
 
 
 
 

Who Are You, Really? | July 27, 2009

I don’t think that people necessarily change for other people. I think there is give and take in any relationship. Change never really works out, does it?


 

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Christine Spencer
 
 
 
 

Wisdom: Be Honest With Yourself | March 10, 2009

*Every time we rely on someone or something outside of us to provide us with love, success or happiness, we hand our power over. As soon as they don’t provide it we are defeated.

Ironically, when we decide to have love, success and happiness, we easily attract the people, events and objects that enhance this state.

As you continue to decide what matters most, be honest with yourself.
Stop ignoring the urge to get on with the work you know you should do or to finally redefine relationship: That whisper you keep hearing is the universe trying to get your attention. Make … Read More »


 

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Christine Spencer
 
 
 
 

3 Steps to a Happier You | December 4, 2008

For greater peace of mind, learn some secrets to self-compassion

High self-esteem has long been touted by psychologists as the key to happiness and success. But these days, experts are questioning self-esteem’s status as a personal cure-all — noting that it’s hard to acquire, even harder to hang on to, and can lead to arrogance and narcissism.

What does create a healthy, resilient psyche, it turns out, is self-compassion. When things go badly, a be-kind-to-yourself mind-set makes you feel less anxious, depressed, and angry, and helps you recover more quickly from setbacks. Best of all, self-compassion is easy to develop.

Here’s how.

Step 1: … Read More »