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Self-Compassion Practices

There are many ways we can offer ourselves Self-Compassion. Here are some suggestions of things you might do right now! (Part of this list comes from the MSC program developed by Kristin Neff and Chris Germer).

 Physical Self-Compassion:
  • do some non-competitive, non-strenuous exercise;
  • get a massage;
  • take a warm bath or hot shower;
  • drink a warm cup of tea of coffee;
  • hug someone;
  • take a nap;
  • sit in the sun;
  • eat chocolate (!);
  • sit in a comfortable chair.
Mental Self-Compassion:
  • meditate – you can follow some guided meditations here;
  • watch a movie or TV show that makes you feel good;
  • read something enjoyable;
  • read about mindfulness or self-compassion (see this page for some great resources);
  • sit on the couch and do nothing (absolutely nothing);
  • shop.
Emotional Self-Compassion:
  • pat a pet;
  • journal;
  • cook;
  • allow yourself to not work so hard, just for this moment.
Relational Self-Compassion
  • call a loved one for a chat;
  • meet up with friends;
  • send a birthday card;
  • play a game with someone;
  • connect on social media.
Spiritual Self-Compassion
  • pray;
  • walk in the woods;
  • help others;
  • listen to inspiring music;
  • listen to sacred music.

Some of the points in one list might just as easily fit into another list, depending on what you get out of the self-compassion activity. Maybe you want to just work your way down all the lists, and see which activity calls out to you. Yes, I want to sit in a comfy chair, sip tea and eat chocolate!

Whatever you need right now, dear one.

SSC in Bhutan

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