In Honour of Mental Health Awareness Month: A Question to Ignite Self-Compassion

This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s challenge ourselves to see through the lens of compassion - not just for others, but for ourselves, too. Many of us find it easier to be kind to others than to ourselves. Perhaps it’s because for some, self-compassion was never modelled growing up, or they learned that being hard on themselves was the only way to improve. From such a lens, it’s easy to confuse self-compassion with selfishness or weakness. 

But the opposite is actually true: self-compassion boosts resilience, lowers anxiety, and improves motivation. It leads to more authentic relationships—because we're no longer performing or pleasing just to feel worthy. Compassion isn’t something we earn. It’s a birthright. And it extends to every one of us.

So for today, could you turn your lens inward to notice how you speak to yourself? And, try asking, would you say that to a friend? If the words to self are harsh, try a simple reframe: “I’m doing the best I can in this moment”. Then pause for a breath, and notice what it feels like to let that be enough.

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