self-compassion

[manuel_moe_g]

slowly starting to <really> feel self-compassion for my younger selves, <really feel it> inside the mess of the subconscious of my mind

still don't feel it for my current self, but it will come, slowly bit by bit

[Bstefcorbin]

Hi Manuel,
Thanks for posting on this topic. Self compassion is a completely new & revelatory concept for me. It doesn't come naturally, but at least I'm aware of it now. Stunning that I lived all this time believing i had to be “value added” more than perfect to be accepted by anyone. I never thought about being loved. I get it now. Every day there are opportunities to change the automatic thoughts that have grown unchallenged from a false belief. “Fake it till you make it” was my motto, and fall back when needed. Every time i catch myself NOT thinking that way is hugely encouraging. Self compassion Manuel! Im routing for you!

[manuel_moe_g]

Thanks, Bstefcorbin! And welcome to our little forum! Make yourself at home.