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Self-Compassion Break

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William James Davies, DCMT
Psychotherapist & Mindfulness Teacher
In moments of difficulty, this brief practice can make a difference: We acknowledge the difficulty, we recognize how this connects us to others, and we turn towards our experience with kindness. As a result, we no longer feel alone and isolated and can begin to turn towards our experience with kindness and acceptance.
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Mary
The best thing I've listened to so far.
I learned what to do the next time I doubt myself. This was the best thing I listened to so far on this app. It really opened my mind to being more accepting of myself. I truly recommend this.
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Kathy
Wise words
Mary, you are correct. This meditation is helpful. It guides you through the needed process in understandable steps that are easy to accomplish. The advice given is very good advice indeed. A help in moving through and past difficult situations and it’s good to be reminded that everyone experiences difficulties that they may need help in addressing.
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Justine
Gentle words
When we doubt ourselves or feel vulnerable we may wish the ground would swallow us up and we can hide in that dark place. But should you decide that people only have the control over you that you let them then a piece of you is set free. Their barbs and jabs set to destroy you just fall to the side and you lose the need to feel accepted by them. Life is not about fitting in and being part of crowd. Never fear to be yourself, stand proud, show you have great gifts to offer and above all be kind to yourself so that kindness may grow and spread to others.
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Matthew
Just me?
I find that when I’m anxious or upset or in “full wallow” I don’t want to care or think about the fact that others in the world are suffering or in pain as well. It’s MY time to be sad for ME.
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Cindy
Helpful
I learned I need to reach out for help. I don't think I deserve it is part of the problem but this helped edge me closer to believing I'm worthy.
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Tammy
Self compassion break
We all have difficult times in life. Realizing this, helps us to take that first step of asking others for help or advice. We all share many of the same life experiences. Reaching out to others is hard for some people. Maybe instead we should offer kindness to those struggling and take that first step for them.
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Catalina
Not Alone
I learned that I am not alone in this difficult time and that I have loved ones who support me
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Tess
Learning self-love
Learning to be patient and kind to myself is something I am working on. Especially in times when I am struggling. This really helped me stop and give myself some credit. Life is going to be hard sometimes and I don’t have to take that as a reflection on myself all the time.
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Julie
Self Compassion
This short powerful meditation is very helpful if your facing a challenge in your life or having a stressful day. It is a wonderful reminder that we are not alone in facing our daily struggles. A big thank you goes out to everyone in the Aura community that has offered me words of encouragement and kindness. 🥰🙏
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I felt a release. A form of freedom and acceptance I haven’t felt in a long time.
I am worth it and amazing regardless of the weak moments. These feelings do not define me
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Christine
Acceptance
No denial, no avoidance Self compassion Struggles connect us
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