The Power of Self-Compassion: Overcoming Shame

😌Self-compassion is an antidote to shame and can improve mental and emotional well-being.

🤝Shame is a self-conscious emotion with negative self-evaluation, often stemming from feeling devalued by others.

✨Self-compassion involves mindfulness, recognizing our shared human experience, and treating ourselves with kindness.

💪Self-compassionate individuals are generally more resilient, motivated, and have healthier relationships.

🔑Practicing self-compassion can help reduce shame and improve overall well-being.

What is self-compassion?

—Self-compassion is treating ourselves with the same kindness and understanding as we would treat a dear friend when we're facing difficult emotions or struggles.

What is shame?

—Shame is a self-conscious emotion characterized by negative self-evaluation, often stemming from feeling devalued by others.

How does self-compassion help with shame?

—Self-compassion helps address shame by providing love, acceptance, and understanding to ourselves, allowing us to see our struggles as part of the human experience.

What are the benefits of self-compassion?

—Practicing self-compassion can lead to increased emotional resilience, motivation, happiness, and healthier relationships.

Can self-compassion be learned?

—Yes, self-compassion can be learned and cultivated through mindfulness, recognizing our shared humanity, and intentionally treating ourselves with kindness.

00:07In this video, Chris Germer discusses the power of self-compassion as a way to overcome shame.

03:30Self-compassion involves mindfulness, common humanity, and self-kindness.

06:30Shame is a self-conscious emotion characterized by negative self-evaluation and often stems from feeling devalued by others.

11:20Self-compassion can help reduce shame and lead to improved mental and emotional well-being.

13:40Practicing self-compassion is a humble act of including ourselves in the circle of compassion and treating ourselves with kindness.