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Kindness Inward
Self-compassion fuels resilience better than self-criticism ever did. Treat yourself as you’d treat a trusted friend.
Seth Thomas
June 27, 2025
“With self-compassion, we give ourselves the same kindness we’d give a good friend.” - Kristin Neff
Good Morning. Errors trigger two paths: berate and shrink, or comfort and correct. Studies show the second leads to greater persistence and performance.
Self-compassion isn’t self-pity; it’s honest recognition of shared humanity plus commitment to growth. Shame isolates; compassion connects.
Practiced regularly, it lowers cortisol, raising capacity to tackle the next challenge clear-eyed.
Today’s Challenge
When noticing a mistake, pause and say aloud, “Suffering is part of learning; may I respond wisely.”
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