Warmth, Kindness, and Compassion: Antidotes for Self-Criticism and Shame
Why is it often so much easier to offer compassion to others than to ourselves? For people struggling with self-criticism, low self-esteem, or shame, the idea of treating themselves with warmth and kindness can feel unfamiliar—even impossible.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) offers a different way of relating to ourselves and to difficult emotions. Through science-based practices, we can learn to cultivate compassion, develop inner resources, and find the courage to face emotional challenges with greater kindness and acceptance.