In this episode, I (Sarah Harmon) delve into the vital role of self-compassion in our journey of mindful living and parenting. Building on the themes from the previous days of the Begin HERE series, I discuss how self-compassion serves as a key ingredient in creating new, helpful cycles in our lives. Drawing from research, particularly the work of Kristen Neff, I outline the three main components of self-compassion: awareness of struggle, recognizing that we are not alone, and practicing kindness towards ourselves. I also provide a tangible way to incorporate self-compassion into your daily life, encouraging listeners to acknowledge their struggles and offer themselves kindness through a simple metaphrase practice.

Resources Mentioned:

• Self-Compassion: Explore more about science of self-compassion and its benefits at selfcompassion.org.
• FLOURISH: A science-backed, interactive program for women who want to be present and resilient mothers, breaking generational patterns while teaching their kids a different way of being.
• UNTETHERED: An intimate group healing program for women with complex relationships with their mothers, helping them to free themselves from past burdens and create intentional ways of being for themselves and their children.

Take Action:

• Practice Self-compassion - Check out our MOM 101 Series, which includes a compilation of short practices, including one about selves-compassion.
• Sign up for accompanying resources to our Begin Here series at www.theschoolofmom.com/begin (This includes a selves-compassion practice!)

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of "Mothering Ourselves Mindfully." We look forward to sharing more insights and inspiration in the upcoming episodes!

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