“I can’t be too easy on myself, I’ll get lazy.” “If I’m not hard on myself, I won’t achieve anything.” “Self-compassion is just making excuses.” These are some of the most common concerns I hear when I suggest clients try treating themselves with more kindness. There’s a widespread belief that self-criticism is motivating, and thatRead more
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We’ve all heard it before: “Just think positive!” “Look on the bright side!” “Everything happens for a reason!” While these phrases come from a well-meaning place, they can leave you feeling frustrated and misunderstood. If positive thinking alone worked, therapy wouldn’t exist, and we’d all be walking around in a state of perpetual bliss. TheRead more