Active Self-Compassion

This practice involves practicing nurturing self-talk and nonjudgmentally observing your emotions.

1 Sit comfortably.

2 Think of how you would typically console a close friend in a challenging situation. Think of your actions, words, and the tone you would use with them.

3 Now think of moments when you find yourself in your own challenge. Think of your typical response to yourself in these situations. Think of your inner dialogue and the tone you use with yourself.

4 Now reflect on the differences in these two approaches. Consider how you might feel instead if you extend more compassion to yourself as you would your friend.