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Many of us can be very hard on ourselves when we fail or make mistakes. At the very moment we are feeling bad, a critical voice kicks in and makes it worse. But research is showing that people who learn to be more self compassionate towards themselves are happier, more optimistic, more resilient and more helpful to others. Research is also showing that high levels of …
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There is a point of view that comes from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy that can make it easier to do what’s important in your life. The point of view is that many people find it useful, in the face of obstacles, to still take actions that move them towards what matters most in their lives. A rabbit in your backyard might not move towards the delicious carrots in your …
[Read more...] about Five Steps To Creating A Better Life For Yourself
How can you respond to difficult emotions more effectively? Unfortunately pain and painful emotions are part of being human. It’s not possible to eliminate painful emotions, but it is possible to reduce the suffering they cause and learn to respond to them in a way that can increase the quality of your life. Our emotions are biochemical messengers. Our brains take in cues …
