A three-step contemplation to give yourself the compassion you need (and deserve). Put both hands on your heart, pause, and feel their warmth. You can also put your hand anyplace on your body that feels soothing and comforting, like your belly or face. Breathe deeply in and out. Speak these words to yourself, out loud or silently, in a warm and caring tone: This [...]
See this illustration of Kristin Neff’s three steps for self-compassion
Inspired by Kristen Neff's article for Lion's Roar on self-compassion, graphic recorder Johnine Byrne created this wonderful graphic recording of Neff's three steps for self-compassion. Neff, who has researched self-compassion for the last ten years, says self-compassion has three components: self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness. In her Lion's Roar article, [...]