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Self-Compassion

Focus: SELF COMPASSION

Compassion is not only a vital piece of our humanity; it is also an extremely effective tool for improving our lives and the lives of others.  

Fortunately, it is not all that difficult to cultivate a sense of compassion for others – it’s easy to develop compassion beginning with those we love, moving on to those we like, continuing to those we don’t know, and finally widening our compassionate circle to encompass those we actively dislike. 

It takes some practice, but it’s relatively easy to be compassionate to others, Unfortunately, developing compassion for ourselves can be far more difficult. 

The focus of this week’s challenges is to go inward. You will practice being kind, loving and accepting of yourself. It is not uncommon to feel resistance.  Simply take notice, consider writing in your journal and do your best to complete the challenges.  There is no right or wrong. Every experience is an opportunity to learn.

SELF COMPASSION through movement.  This week when things do not go as planned with your workouts you are to respond with a compassionate heart.  Ask yourself, “How would I treat a friend that missed a workout or had a bad day?” Give that same soothing support to yourself. Notice how it feels to speak to yourself this way. Is it helpful? 

Day 1- Challenge 1: 
Find The Silver Lining

Day 2- Challenge 2: 
Self Compassion Letter

Day 3- Challenge 3: 
Self Compassion Break

Day 4- Challenge 4:
Start Your Day With Love

Additional Challenges:

1. MEDITATION – Listen to (1) SELF COMPASSION Meditation daily in any order.

2. MOVEMENT – Continue movement daily (15 minutes minimum). 

Putting it all together – This week’s Happiness Challenges

  1. Print out your “Daily Success List” and place it in a visible place.
  2. Compassion Meditation – Daily.
  3. Movement – Daily.
  4. Complete your (4) days of compassion challenges. 

We are creating new happiness HABITS.  Please follow these exact steps as you complete your daily goals:

  1. Reminder – How will you remember to do your movement and challenges? Post-it note, alarm on your phone, how can you create accountability for this?
  2. Routine – This is your new behavior.  Be specific. Keep it as simple and convenient as possible. It is best to try and plan it for the same time each day if possible. 
  3. Reward – Celebrate!! You absolutely MUST celebrate yourself each time you complete your new behavior. This tells your brain that what you are doing is good and should be repeated. 

IMPORTANT REMINDER: 

You can only love others as much as you love yourself.Â