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Old Oct 24, 2014, 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Ripose View Post
Although I do agree with you, I feel the same way constantly. I do have enough of background to cut myself a break occasionally. I have been studying mind control, self-help, psychology and much more since I was 12 years old. Currently I am taking an online course from Berkeley called "The Science of Happiness". One thing that I have learned over the years is self-compassion, it has got me through some very difficult times.

Many people are compassionate toward people in general but not towards themselves for some reason. Start by finding a definition of self-compassion that makes sense to you and then apply it yourself as you go through life. You may be very pleasantly surprised.

Have a great day everyone!
Excellent point on lack of forgiving ourselves. I am studying neuroplasticity for chronic pain and mental illness. It is basically a scientific extension on Buddhist meditation. I would love to hear more about your class. This is what I'm studying.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/038530...&robot_redir=1
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Thanks for this!
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