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Can do Quote by Tara Brach

“Offer some gesture of kindness to yourself. Sometimes it's just a message, to say: "It's okay. You're going to be okay. We've been through this before." The intention is reassurance, that you are not alone and you can do this. It is the most powerful way to come out of what I call the "trance of…” quote by Tara Brach
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“Offer some gesture of kindness to yourself. Sometimes it's just a message, to say: "It's okay. You're going to be okay. We've been through this before." The intention is reassurance, that you are not alone and you can do this. It is the most powerful way to come out of what I call the "trance of unworthiness."”

Tara Brach

About This Quote

Source Book: Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach, 2003

Self‑compassion is a deliberate, reassuring inner dialogue that counters feelings of unworthiness and isolation.

In simple terms: Kindness to yourself reduces self‑criticism.

Key Takeaway

Practice daily self‑reassurance.

Themes

self‑compassion mental health resilience

Mood

calm hopeful

Type

affirmational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stressful days
  • low self‑esteem moments
  • recovering from setbacks

Key Concepts

psychology mindfulness inner dialogue

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you make self‑kindness authentic?
  • What triggers your inner critic?
A Different Perspective

May feel forced if not genuine.

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