Self-compassion is one of the most important life skills. How often do you actively think kind thoughts about yourself? It could make a big difference in both your physical and mental health.
Rational approaches to self improvement can only get us so far, sometimes we need to learn how to embrace “irrational change” to truly transform ourselves at a deeper level.
People with social anxiety often hold deep beliefs that they are “unlikable” and “inferior” – and this creates a feedback loop between their beliefs, their actions, and their anxiety.
All positive relationships require a “we”-perspective. Psychology research shows the use of the pronouns “we” and “us” is associated with happier relationships and better conflict resolution than when we focus on “me” and “you.”