We often operate on a double standard. It's easy to beat ourselves up and criticize our every action, but when a friend runs into the same problem, we offer kindness and empathy. It's time to give ourselves that same level of warmth and compassion. > This journal may be helpful for: [[Minimization of the Positive]], [[Filtering Out Positive]] # What judgments and criticisms have you told yourself lately? I am... I'm not... I can't... I should... I shouldn't... It's my fault... # What would you say to a dear friend who is going through the exact same problem and having the same thoughts? Even though... Just because... That's not true... # How can you talk to yourself in the same compassionate way? Even though... Just because... That's not true...