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30 Days of Self-Compassion Phrases

We invite you to sign up for a free email series, "30 Days of Self-Compassion Phrases," with brief daily reminders to embrace kindness and care for yourself.

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10 Self-Compassion Practices for Times of War and Trauma

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  • Self-Compassion in Your Pocket: 5 Simple, Science-Backed Ways to Be Kind to Yourself Every Day

    Self-Compassion in Your Pocket: 5 Simple, Scien...

    At the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion (CMSC), we believe kindness grows stronger when we include ourselves in it. Self-compassion is a learnable skill that helps us meet life’s challenges with...

    Self-Compassion in Your Pocket: 5 Simple, Scien...

    At the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion (CMSC), we believe kindness grows stronger when we include ourselves in it. Self-compassion is a learnable skill that helps us meet life’s challenges with...

  • Hugging helps increase belonging.

    From Loneliness to Belonging: How We Sustain Ea...

    If you’ve ever felt the deep recognition of being seen, heard, and held with compassion—or the quiet relief of sitting in silence with others who may or may not fully...

    From Loneliness to Belonging: How We Sustain Ea...

    If you’ve ever felt the deep recognition of being seen, heard, and held with compassion—or the quiet relief of sitting in silence with others who may or may not fully...

  • Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Honoring Our Volunteer Teachers

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Ho...

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Honoring Our Volunteer Teachers By Mary Marcdante, CMSC Communications Director, MSC Teacher As we celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month, we are also excited to...

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Ho...

    Celebrating 10 Years of Circles of Practice: Honoring Our Volunteer Teachers By Mary Marcdante, CMSC Communications Director, MSC Teacher As we celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month, we are also excited to...

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