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The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion

Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions

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The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion

By: Christopher K. Germer
Narrated by: Stephen R. Thorne
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"Buck up." "Stop feeling sorry for yourself." "Don't ruin everything." When you are anxious, sad, angry, or lonely, do you hear this self-critical voice? What would happen if, instead of fighting difficult emotions, we accepted them?

Over his decades of experience as a therapist and mindfulness meditation practitioner, Dr. Christopher Germer has learned a paradoxical lesson: We all want to avoid pain, but letting it in and responding compassionately to our own imperfections are essential steps on the path to healing. This wise and eloquent book illuminates the power of self-compassion and offers creative, scientifically grounded strategies for putting it into action. You'll master practical techniques for living more fully in the present moment - especially when hard-to-bear emotions arise - and for being kind to yourself when you need it the most.

©2009 The Guilford Press (P)2016 Tantor Emotions Mental Health Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences Spirituality Meditation Compassion Health Mindfulness Mental Illness

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"[T]his book provides practical, life-changing self-help techniques, and suggestions for further readings and practice." ( Library Journal)
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If you’re looking for more depth than just mindfulness or compassion... this it it. It’s the big picture in depth- how it all works together with guides. Great read. It comes from an experienced practitioner and therapist.

The explanation of mindfulness and compassion

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I think this book is very clever, the way it explains meditation is easy to follow.

The simplicity of the practice.

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