Distress Tolerance Skills - Video 27 - Flashcard Set
What is self-compassion?
Self-compassion is defined as treating oneself with the same kindness, care, and tenderness that one would show to a good friend during times of suffering.
What are the three components of self-compassion?
The three components of self-compassion are kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness.
What is kindness in the context of self-compassion?
Kindness involves treating oneself with warmth, care, and concern, and taking action to comfort and soothe oneself during difficult times.
What is common humanity in the context of self-compassion?
Common humanity involves remembering that imperfection is part of the human experience and that everyone experiences suffering.
What is mindfulness in the context of self-compassion?
Mindfulness involves noticing and acknowledging one’s thoughts and feelings without judgment.
What is the speaker’s favorite topic?
The speaker’s favorite topic is self-compassion.
What is the speaker’s personal experience with self-compassion?
The speaker came to devote her life to self-compassion after experiencing it during a difficult time in her life.
What can lack of self-compassion evoke?
Lack of self-compassion can evoke negative emotions such as anger, anxiety, and discomfort.
How can gestures of self-compassion help improve emotional well-being?
Gestures of self-compassion can help shift our mind state and improve our emotional well-being.
What is the societal view of self-compassion in the West?
It is often viewed as weak or selfish.
What are some benefits of practicing self-compassion?
Less anxiety, depression, and stress, as well as increased happiness, life satisfaction, and optimism.
Why is self-compassion not considered selfish or narcissistic?
It is a stable source of self-worth that is not contingent on social comparison.
How does self-compassion help with coping and resilience?
It makes individuals more motivated, less afraid of failure, and more likely to take responsibility for their mistakes.
What childhood experiences strongly influence an individual’s level of self-compassion?
Secure attachment and loving parents.
Who tends to struggle with self-compassion the most?
Individuals with abuse histories.
What is the Mindful Self-Compassion Program?
An eight-week workshop that teaches individuals how to be more self-compassionate in their daily life, with significant research showing lasting improvements in self-compassion and psychological well-being.
What is the Self-Compassion Meditation Practice?
A practice designed to respond in a new way to challenges or difficulties using self-compassion.
What is the mini-meditation technique used in the Self-Compassion Meditation Practice?
It helps go inside oneself and respond in a new way to challenges or difficulties.
What is the relationship between self-compassion and mental wellbeing?
Research shows that being self-compassionate is important for mental wellbeing, including levels of depression and anxiety.
Why is self-compassion necessary to sustain compassion for others?
Being compassionate to others can lead to burnout, and self-compassion is necessary to sustain compassion for others.
What is the block to feeling compassion for others and how can it be alleviated?
Research shows that the block to feeling compassion for others is often due to personal distress, feelings of inadequacy, and failure, which can be alleviated by practicing self-compassion.
What is the role of coaches in motivating individuals?
Coaches who use constructive criticism and encouragement work better than those who use shame as a way to motivate.
What is the relationship between shame and self-compassion?
Self-compassion is an antidote to shame and helps in reintegration. Shame makes us feel alone, and common humanity counters that sense of isolation. Self-compassion is positively linked to guilt and negatively linked to shame.
What are the three negative components of self-compassion?
Self-criticism, shame, and negative core beliefs are the three negative components of self-compassion.
