Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook: A Proven Way to Accept Yourself, Build Inner Strength, and Thrive

This workbook describes a program to enhance a person's self-compassion through mindfulness. It explains the definition of self-compassion and what it is not, its benefits, the physiology of self-criticism and self-compassion, the yin and yang of self-compassion, mindfulness, letting go of resistance, dealing with pain that may arise, developing loving-kindness, self-compassion and motivation, self-compassion and body dissatisfaction, stages of progress through self-compassion, living deeply, being there for others without losing oneself, dealing with difficult emotions, self-compassion and shame, self-compassion in relationships, self-compassion for caregivers, self-compassion and anger in relationships, forgiveness, embracing the good, self-appreciation, and maintaining practice. Each chapter contains basic information about a topic, followed by practices and exercises, and they include illustrations of personal experiences of participants in a mindful self-compassion course. Annotation ©2018 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
Are you kinder to others than you are to yourself? More than a thousand research studies show the benefits of being a supportive friend to yourself, especially in times of need. This science-based workbook offers a step-by-step approach to breaking free of harsh self-judgments and impossible standards in order to cultivate emotional well-being. In a convenient large-size format, the book is based on the authors' groundbreaking eight-week Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program, which has helped tens of thousands of people worldwide. It is packed with guided meditations (with audio downloads); informal practices to do anytime, anywhere; exercises; and vivid stories of people using the techniques to address relationship stress, weight and body image issues, health concerns, anxiety, and other common problems. The seeds of self-compassion already lie within you--learn how you can uncover this powerful inner resource and transform your life. See also The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion, by Christopher Germer, which delves into mindful self-compassion and shares moving stories of how it can change lives.