June 2025 - Santa Barbara OCD Therapy

What If You Treated Yourself Like Someone You Love?

Posted on June 3, 2025 by microcomp

What Is Self-Compassion? Self-compassion means treating yourself with the same kindness, care, and understanding you’d offer a good friend in a difficult moment. Instead of criticizing yourself when you suffer, fail, or feel inadequate, you respond with warmth and support. How Does It Help Mental Health?

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Month: June 2025

What If You Treated Yourself Like Someone You Love?

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