Self-Care is Never a Selfish Act…

Self-Care is Never a Selfish Act…

Nov 16, 2023 | Mindfulness, Self-Compassion

“Self-care is never a selfish act – it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer to others. Anytime we can listen to true self, and give it the care it requires, we do so not only for ourselves, but for the many others...
Forgiveness

Forgiveness

Nov 16, 2023 | Self-Compassion

All forgiveness is ultimately self-forgiveness. It’s a radical form of self-acceptance. It’s a way to set down old pain. It’s a way of not keeping ourselves out of our own hearts.” — Frank Ostaseski, Author of The Five...
Buddhist Prayer of Forgiveness

Buddhist Prayer of Forgiveness

Nov 16, 2023 | Mindfulness, Self-Compassion

If I have harmed anyone in any way either knowingly or unknowingly through my own confusions I ask their forgiveness. If anyone has harmed me in any way either knowingly or unknowingly through their own confusions I forgive them. And if there is a situation I am not...
I Wonder by Derek Tasker

I Wonder by Derek Tasker

Oct 6, 2023 | Poetry, Self-Compassion

I wonder what would happen if I treated everyone like I was in love With them, whether I liked them or not And whether they respond or not and no matter What they say or do to me, and even if I see Things in them that are ugly, twisted, petty, Cruel, vain, deceitful,...
It’s Okay by Matt Haig

It’s Okay by Matt Haig

Oct 6, 2023 | Poetry, Self-Compassion

I first heard this poem while on a silent meditation retreat with Dr. Mark Sherman on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia.  It resonated with me and ‘it’s okay’ became a soothing mantra that stayed with me all day. It’s Okay by Matt Haig It’s...