Struggle with Self Compassion?

When individuals struggle with self-compassion, focusing on changing your behaviours can help more than trying to change your thoughts. Implementing concrete sel -care actions provides tangible pathways to treating yourself better.

Practical self-compassion strategies include taking time off during periods of stress & maintaining basic self-care routines such as eating breakfast regularly. These behavioural approaches offer accessible alternatives to trying to change thoughts, which can present significant challenges for those lacking prior experience or guidance in this area.

Showering and eating a good dinner, can be just as important as being kind to yourself in your thoughts.

Rebecca Anderson is a clinical psychologist based in Sydney Australia for Navigate Psychology

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