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Treat others with kindness and compassion but unable to extend that to yourself? Self-compassion is flipping that script and treating ourselves with that same kindness and understanding, creating space to grow from our experiences.
The Compassionate Friend Visualization
Cultivate self-compassion by imagining how a close friend would respond to your struggles.
Self-Compassion Questionnaire
Evaluate your current level of self-compassion and discover areas where you can show yourself more kindness and understanding.
4-5-6 Self-Compassion Pause with Soothing Touch
Reset when emotions run high with this simple breathing technique (that incorporates physical comfort), which you can practice anywhere.
Self-Compassion Parenting Affirmations
Boost your emotional resilience with these affirmations that remind you that there’s no such thing as perfect parenting.
5-Minute Self-Compassion Break
Offer yourself the kindness and understanding you need to get through challenging situations with this quick guided self-compassion meditation.
Drop the “Shoulds”
Learn to recognize and release the pressures of the “shoulds” in your life to parent from a more present and compassionate place.
Body Appreciation Hug
Follow along with this simple practice (perfect for you and your little one) to foster feelings of gratitude and appreciation for all that your body does for you.
Nurturing Body Confidence Starts with Parental Self-Compassion
Learn how modeling self-compassion and body acceptance as a parent sets the foundation for helping your children build healthy self-esteem and confidence.
Compassion for the Parenting Journey
Get insight into how compassion can soften the hard moments of parenting and be beneficial to your kids.
From Grace to Growth: How Parental Self-Compassion Nurtures Children’s Emotional Balance
Dive into the research behind how showing yourself grace and kindness as a parent can create an emotionally balanced home, setting your children up for long-term emotional resilience.
How Being Unloved in Childhood May Affect You as an Adult
Explore how the long-term effects of growing up without love and support affect your personal and parenting lives, helping you break this cycle and ensure you provide the emotional presence and support your children need.
Compassion Fatigue: Parenting a High Needs Child
Uncover practical strategies to combat compassion fatigue so you can continue to care for your child while also caring for yourself.
Nurturing Compassion: A Guide to Becoming Compassionate Parents
Discover ways to nurture compassion not only in your kids but also in yourself as a parent.
Self-Compassion for Parents
Read about the importance of self-compassion as a parent and how to stop being your own worst critic.
The RAIN of Self-Compassion
Learn to pause and tend to your feelings with kindness rather than judgment with the RAIN acronym developed by Tara Brach.
7 Ways to Practice Body Neutrality
Uncover practical tips to shift from judgment to appreciation to respect your body even on days when you don’t love how you look.
Building Body Acceptance
Develop a healthier relationship with your body through self-compassion and mindfulness, modeling positive body image and acceptance for your children.
The 5 Steps of Compassionate Detachment
Learn to practice compassion while protecting your own emotional well-being, helping you love without disregarding yourself.
The “Hidden Part of Parenting” Visualization
Practice self-compassion and reduce the urge to compare with this guided visualization that reminds you that there are aspects of other people’s lives that you’re not able to see.
Self-Worth Exercises
Recognize your inherent value with these three exercises to build your confidence in both your parenting and daily life.
Common Humanity Worksheet
Reduce feelings of isolation by reflecting on the shared experience of facing challenges with this guided worksheet.
Compassionate Hand
Soothe yourself in challenging moments with this mindfulness activity that focuses on harnessing the power of physical touch.
Write a Letter of Self-Compassion
Shift your mindset from self-judgment to self-compassion by writing yourself a letter from the perspective of someone who cares about you.
“How Would You Treat a Friend?” Writing Exercise
Develop a more compassionate inner dialogue by reflecting on how you would treat a friend in the same situation.
Loving-Kindness Meditation
Send thoughts of kindness and compassion to yourself and others with this soothing meditation.
“Just Like Me” Compassion Practice
Recognize the common experiences you share with others, making it easier to treat yourself and others with understanding and compassion.
The Voo Sound
Tap into the soothing power of vocal vibrations to help regulate your breathing and give you a sense of calm.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Release muscle tension to reduce stress and anxiety through this technique that taps into the mind-body connection.
Lower Your Stress
Sound easier said than done? Uncover practical strategies to minimize stress as parents, partners, and individuals, leading to a more harmonious daily life.