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Scenario

When Self-Compassion Feels Like Weakness Rather Than Strength

My therapist says I should practice self-compassion but every time I try to be kind to myself it feels fake and indulgent.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You've been trained to believe that harsh self-criticism is necessary for motivation, making gentleness feel dangerous and untrustworthy.

Your guide for this
Zera
Zera works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Abundance mindset across traditions?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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