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Effects of self-compassion on the brain

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Published on Sep 01, 2023 05:52 PM IST

From making positive changes in life to having a sense of wellbeing, here are a few positive effects of self-compassion.

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Self-compassion and empathy are extremely important for mental and emotional wellbeing. When we start to be nice and patient with ourselves, we start to prioritise our own needs, wants and expectations over others. Therapist Andrea Evgeniou shared a few ways by which self-compassion can have a deep impact on the brain.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Sep 01, 2023 05:52 PM IST

Self-compassion and empathy are extremely important for mental and emotional wellbeing. When we start to be nice and patient with ourselves, we start to prioritise our own needs, wants and expectations over others. Therapist Andrea Evgeniou shared a few ways by which self-compassion can have a deep impact on the brain.(Unsplash)

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Self-compassion increases activity in the prefrontal cortex, improving cognitive functions. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Sep 01, 2023 05:52 PM IST

Self-compassion increases activity in the prefrontal cortex, improving cognitive functions. (Unsplash)

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When we start to be self-compassionate, we start to have a sense of wellbeing and a greater ability to deal with emotions. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Sep 01, 2023 05:52 PM IST

When we start to be self-compassionate, we start to have a sense of wellbeing and a greater ability to deal with emotions. (Unsplash)

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Self-compassion increases the motivation in us to make positive changes in our lives. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Sep 01, 2023 05:52 PM IST

Self-compassion increases the motivation in us to make positive changes in our lives. (Unsplash)

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We start to empathise with ourselves more and regulate and address difficult emotions better.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Sep 01, 2023 05:52 PM IST

We start to empathise with ourselves more and regulate and address difficult emotions better.(Unsplash)

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