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katakowsj  ·  2166 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Want to become self-compassionate? Run a marathon

Couldn’t agree more. Self-compassion rings a bell with me when no of my middle school math students. Far and away my top students are the ones that are most forgiving of themselves. The ones that are able to forgive themselves for the mistakes everybody makes while learning are the kids that write their own ticket to wherever they choose.

Hobbies are great places to develop a better sense of self-compassion. Rather than pursuing the pleasure of the next drink, or overindulging so where else, a person with a hobby can develop an appreciation for their achievements. I buy it wholeheartedly.

I also enjoy running. Usually in the 3-5mile range, otherwise I’m cutting too much into family time.

Thanks for your perspective.