“However, if you do start crying in an argument and someone asks why, you can always say, "I'm just crying because of how wrong you are.”
― Yes Please
― Yes Please
“Families that have established good, predictable routines tend to be happier, with both parents and children being better adjusted.”
― Making Habits, Breaking Habits: Why We Do Things, Why We Don't, and How to Make Any Change Stick
― Making Habits, Breaking Habits: Why We Do Things, Why We Don't, and How to Make Any Change Stick
“Self-compassion isn't talked about as much as it should be, maybe because it's often confused with its troublesome cousins, self-pity and self-indulgence. Psychologist Kristin Neff describes self-compassion as offering the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to a friend. It allows us t respond to our own errors with conern and understanding rather than criticism and shame.”
― Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy
― Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy
“Our stories are not meant for everyone. Hearing them is a privilege, and we should always ask ourselves this before we share: "Who has earned the right to hear my story?" If we have one or two people in our lives who can sit with us and hold space for our shame stories, and love us for our strengths and struggles, we are incredibly lucky. If we have a friend, or small group of friends, or family who embraces our imperfections, vulnerabilities, and power, and fills us with a sense of belonging, we are incredibly lucky.”
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