Self-Compassion

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Self-compassion is an essential part of self-care. One of the ways to show kindness to yourself is by practicing forgiveness towards yourself for past mistakes. It can be easy to get hung up on past mistakes and let them define us. However, you must remember that everyone makes mistakes, and how we respond to them genuinely matters. 

Forgiving yourself for past mistakes allows you to move forward and let go of any negative emotions or self-blame holding you back. Acknowledging the mistake, taking responsibility for it, and learning from it is important. Once you have done this, you must let go of negative feelings towards yourself and practice self-forgiveness. 

Remember that practicing self-forgiveness is a process, and it may take time. Be patient and kind to yourself as you work through any negative emotions or self-blame. You can write a letter to yourself, practice self-compassion meditation, or seek support from a trusted friend or therapist. 

Ultimately, practicing forgiveness towards yourself is an act of self-love and a crucial step towards living a happy and fulfilling life. 

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Author: Mike Balof

A retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Mike used to lay in bed at night and worry about what would happen if his plant closed or found himself without a job. One day his plant closed. Rather than panic and hysteria (OK, maybe a little) Mike found himself carried away on the adventure of his life. Mike started with the best job he ever had working at Home Depot. He spent 8 years working with job seekers at a local workforce center, helping them to find employment. He then started his own company developing courses, writing books and urging others to follow their own paths into the future. Mike holds a Master of Arts in Adult Education and Training and a Bachelor of Business Management, earned through the University of Phoenix and an AAS degree in Electronics Systems Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. Mike is a member of the Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society.

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