Self-Compassion

Choosing to to step back and allow yourself to be fully human, mistakes and all, is more than personal growth; it is an act of rebellion in a society that thrives when we push ourselves past our limits and show up courageously as ourselves.

Self-compassion is the ability to relate to yourself with kindness, understanding, and care, especially in moments of struggle or pain. Rather than pushing emotions away or responding with criticism, self-compassion allows us to adopt a more supportive and balanced inner response to our challenges.

When self-compassion is lacking, people are more likely to experience anxiety, depression, shame, and burnout. Many people believe they must be hard on themselves to stay motivated or succeed, but this often leads to the opposite; feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Self-compassion is a skill we learn like any other, and learning to become fiercely self-compassion creating space for growth.

What a Lack of Self-Compassion Can Look Like

  • Persistent self-criticism or a harsh inner dialogue

  • Feeling like you’re “never good enough,” even when achieving goals

  • Difficulty forgiving yourself for mistakes or perceived failures

  • Comparing yourself negatively to others

  • Feeling isolated in your struggles or believing others have it “together”

  • Perfectionism or fear of failure

  • Avoiding emotions or feeling overwhelmed by them

  • Guilt or shame that lingers longer than it feels it should

How We Can Work Together

  • Support you to build a more compassionate, supportive relationship with yourself

  • Gently explore patterns like self-criticism, shame, and perfectionism

  • Understand where these patterns came from, without blame or judgment

  • Learn new, healthier ways of responding to yourself during difficult moments

  • Build awareness of your inner experience 

  • Create more emotional safety, flexibility, and self-trust

  • Help shift your internal dialogue toward kindness and strength

  • Strengthen your ability to cope with challenges and setbacks

  • Reframe self-compassion as a source of resilience

Looking for an Online Psychologist for Self-Compassion?

If you’d like to know more about building self-compassion, you are welcome to start with a free 15-minute consult call to see if we’re a good fit. 

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