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Self-Compassion Script
Generate kind self-talk for difficult moments
The inner critic is universal, but self-compassion is learnable. Generate kind self-talk for difficult moments using Dr. Kristin Neff's framework.
The Three Components of Self-Compassion
1. Mindfulness:Acknowledge the pain without over-identifying with it
2. Common Humanity:Remember that struggle is part of being human
3. Self-Kindness:Offer yourself the same kindness you'd give a friend
What's happening?
Choose the type of difficult moment you're experiencing
Why Self-Compassion Works
- It's not weakness: Self-compassion actually builds resilience and grit
- It's not self-pity: It acknowledges suffering while maintaining perspective
- It's not self-indulgence: Research shows it leads to greater motivation, not less
- Practice makes progress: The more you use it, the more natural it becomes