10 things we can do to be more self-compassionate.
Jul 31, 2020
Be aware of our suffering and less judgemental of our experiences Actively sooth and comfort ourselves after something goes wrong Tender and warm touch releases oxytocin, which has a calming effect. Observe our language and replace negative self-talk with positive self-talkCreate a self-care vision board of activities to address of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual healthEngage in self-compassion meditations and exercises eg: Yin and Yang self-compassionYin – comforting soothing and validating thoughts, being with ourselvesYang – acting in the world, protecting, providing, motivating eg setting boundaries, saying noTalk to others who have been through similar experiences, thereby realising our shared connectedness in experiencing hardshipAlso ask the question – if a patient walked into my clinic right now and shared the same story, what would I say to them?Reference: Kristen Neff: Self compassion and psychology.com...
3 reasons we may struggle to be self-compassionate?
Jul 29, 2020
We struggle to be self-compassionate because of the words and beliefs we were taught as we were growing up.We have been socially conditioned to put others first and that this is more important than caring for ourselves.Our inner critical voice built a set of negative beliefs within that have been buried in our sub-conscious minds. These repetitive negative thoughts leave less room for loving and kind thoughts, to develop compassionate response to our imperfections.Honouring and Serving,
Simran K. Rattan MD
Simran K. Rattan MD
What is self-compassion?
Jul 28, 2020
Self-compassion is being kind and tender to ourselves as we would with others who are experiencing heartache, trial or tribulation. It is the moment we sit with ourselves and self-reflect without harsh judgement or criticism. It is being gentle with our own mind, heart and soul. It is realising, while it is a gift of loving kindness to be compassionate towards others spiritually, we need to afford ourselves the same loving kindness.Dr Kristin Neff, researcher on self-compassion states,
“With self-compassion, we give ourselves the same kindness and care we’d give to a good friend.” This statement is powerful.
When we reflect on some of the things we say and do, for our friends & family who come to us with a problem, often the thoughts and words we share with them, come from a place of compassion, acceptance and non-judgement.
Think of some of the things you say to someone you care about, who come to you with a...