DBT Psychological Services of Long Island

Self-compassion is necessary to create a strong and loving relationship with ourselves. It’s easy to be hard and critical when we make mistakes or don’t meet ou...r own expectations. Being our own inner coach is a healthy way to encourage ourselves, and we can do it with kindness. Your own positive inner voice helps you to build self- esteem, confidence, and the ability to bounce back. Sometimes, it’s hard to see all the good things that others see in us. Taking time to recognize our own strengths and qualities is good acknowledgment for ourselves. Imagine not recognizing a friend or coworker when they’ve done something positive we do that to ourselves all the time! Good news - this pattern can be changed.

Staying one-mindful can almost always reduce the sense of being emotionally overwhelmed. Photo is courtesy of one of our sweet and committed DBT clients!