How to Be Kinder to Yourself: Tips for Self-Compassion

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We all know that being kind to others makes them feel good, but what about being kind to ourselves? Turns out, self-compassion is just as important. In this post, we'll share some tips for how to be kinder to yourself, so you can feel your best both mentally and physically. Read on to learn more!

The first step to being kinder to yourself is practicing self-compassion.

We've all heard the saying, "Treat others as you would want to be treated," but what about treating ourselves that way?

The same concept applies!

If your friend was struggling with work or family issues, you'd probably tell her not to worry so much and instead focus on taking care of herself.

You might even remind her that she's done a great job so far and will continue doing well if she just stays positive.

In other words, when it comes time for our own struggles in life we should treat ourselves like we would a close friend who needs some support from us--with love, compassion, and encouragement instead of criticism or judgment.

Here are some ways that you can practice self-compassion:

1. Take a break from social media for at least 30 minutes every day. This helps reduce stress and allows us to focus on what's important in our lives instead of comparing ourselves to others. We all want more time with our friends and family, so why not use it wisely?

2. Set aside at least 15 minutes each day to do something fun like listening music or reading a book before bedtime (it will help you sleep better!).

3. Start your mornings off right by waking up early enough so there is still time left over after getting ready for work/school which means no rushing out the door feeling frazzled. If you're having trouble figuring out how long this should be then try starting with just 10 minutes and see how it goes. If you're struggling to get out of bed then try getting up earlier than usual one morning this week so that by next Monday when everyone is back at work / school again there won't be any more excuses!

4. Take care of your body. This means eating foods your body thrives on as well as staying hydrated with water throughout the day. It also includes exercising regularly for about thirty minutes three times per week." You should also make sure that you're getting enough sleep each night. Try going to bed early on weekends if possible because we all know how much better it feels after a good night's rest!

The second step to being kinder to yourself is to practice gratitude.

This means being thankful for what you have in life and not taking anything for granted. You can do this by writing a list of things that make you happy every day or even just once per week!"

Here are some ideas:

• I am grateful for my health because it allows me to work out at the gym, go on long walks with my dog and spend time outside enjoying nature."

• I am grateful the sun came out for a few minutes today

• I am grateful for the giggles my kids have when we are playing

The third step is knowing that everyone makes mistakes--even those who seem perfect from afar!

It's important not to beat ourselves up over small errors but instead recognize when something went wrong (like missing an appointment) then move on without dwelling too much attention on it.

This way there won't be any negative feelings attached which can lead to feeling guilty about making another mistake later down the line.

If you're struggling with self-compassion then try these three steps: be kind to yourself, practice gratitude and know that everyone makes mistakes. We hope this helps you live a happier and healthier life!

Give yourself some love today and let us know what you think! Even better… join our party in The Garden Community to learn more about this, connect with like-minded individuals, and find freedom today. We can’t wait to meet you.

Hi, I’m Sharla Crowie,

I’m a Registered Social Worker who specializes in working with women to heal anxiety and all the fun it brings to the party, ADHD superpowers, disordered eating, shame, and trauma.

I founded Bloom Narratives, a private practice that provides holistic wellness services.

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Why? So you can be a game-changer in your life. Because healing people heal people.