Last week I was asked to have more compassion for myself. I usually have firm boundaries and try to push myself. During the past year, and more noticeably the last 3-4 months, I have been a bit lax and gentle to myself. And I HATE IT! I don’t feel like me without being a bit strict on myself. However, I need to give myself a bit of grace. I need to show myself compassion. It starts by acknowledging whatever has me upset (too lax) and being in that feeling. I was asked to show myself the same compassion I would show onto others. I can be compassionate, loving, and kind to others, but to myself....it is so hard. I am willing to see and accept others for being human, but not in myself. How fair is that? Why does someone else get the compassion, love and kindness so easily? I am starting a big challenge in self-compassion. There is not an analytical process, it is somatic based and will change moment by moment. I ask you, how are you showing yourself a bit more compassion?
SLOW FLOW: Come Back to Your Base HERE
YIN YOGA: A Yogis Guide to Quickly Slow Down HERE