October 2018 - Self-Compassion

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October 2018 - Self-Compassion

If self-acceptance and self-kindness had a love child, it would be SELF-COMPASSION.

Unlike self-esteem, where we assess our worth based on either a comparison to others or a comparison to some arbitrary ideal, self-compassion recognizes that we are fine just as we are.

You are a perfectly imperfect human being, and your strengths and weaknesses are your gift.  

So, let go of comparison.  

Let go of improvement.  

Take a deep breath and accept and be kind to who you are.

Monday affirmations to start your week right. Credit: @daylightillustrations #teachingbalance #teacherselfcare #teacherwellness #teachershare #teacherstyle #teaching #teacherquote #teachertribe #teacherlife #weareteachers #teachertips #teacherhear
Mindful Monday Tip: It is always important to take good care of yourself. Credit: @colormehappii #teachingbalance #teacherselfcare #teacherwellness #teachershare #teacherstyle #teaching #teacherquote #teachertribe #teacherlife #weareteachers #tea
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