We’re taking a pause in our common factors schedule to devote some time to focusing on self-compassion for the month of October. We’re using Kristen Neff’s work, including her research that concludes there are three components to self-compassion:

And below you’ll find an introductory video to self-compassion. You can follow this link to see a four-part series.

Here are a few reflective questions:

• When do I practice self-compassion?

• What makes it easier to practice it?

• How do I encourage my clients to practice self-compassion?

• How do I model it to them?

• How does self-compassion show up for me in interactions with clients?

• What areas of my work would my own increased self-compassion most impact?