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Talk to Yourself Like a Friend

We're often our own harshest critics. What if you spoke to yourself the way you'd speak to someone you love?

"You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."

— Buddha

What are you being hard on yourself about?

Maybe it's a mistake you made, something you're struggling with, or a way you feel you're not "enough."

What's the harsh thing you tell yourself?

Write down that critical inner voice. What does it say? Don't hold back—we're going to transform this.

Here's what you're telling yourself:

Everyone has an inner critic. You're not alone in this struggle.

Now imagine your best friend came to you and said this about themselves. What would you tell them?

What would you tell your friend?

Compassionate response guide
  • Acknowledge: "I hear how hard this is..."
  • Perspective: "Everyone struggles with this..."
  • Encourage: "You're doing the best you can..."
  • Be specific: What would genuinely help?

Watch the transformation

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Now say this to yourself

Read your compassionate words slowly. This time, they're for YOU.

"This is a moment of difficulty. May I be kind to myself. May I give myself the compassion I need."

— Kristin Neff

You did something powerful today

Take these truths with you:

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I am worthy of compassion

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My struggles are human

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Imperfect is enough

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I'm doing my best