The Self Compassion Workbook

Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Contents
How to Use This Workbook on an Ebook Device
Introduction
Part One: The Value of Self-Compassion
Part Two: Self-Compassion and Thoughts
Taking Note of Your Inner Critic
Fusing with the Critic
Thoughts as Clouds
Facts vs. Judgments
Not That Special
Should-ing on Yourself
The Magic Wand
Thoughts of Loving-Kindness
Your Own Self-Compassion Mantra
Notice the Difference: Self-Critical Response vs. Self-Compassionate Response
Part Three: Self-Compassion and Emotions
Permission to Feel
Labeling Emotions
Emotions as Information
Anger: A Secondary Emotion
You’re Allowed to Be Sad
Breathe into It
Recognize It in Your Body
Self-Soothing Touch
Loving-Kindness for Your Emotions
Notice the Difference: Self-Critical Response vs. Self-Compassionate Response
Part Four: Self-Compassion in Action
Forgiving Yourself
Who’s the Boss?
Values over Perfection
Meeting Your Needs with Compassion
Compassionate Boundaries
Tune In with the Senses
Health Values
Empathizing with the Inner Critic
Loving-Kindness for Your Whole Self
Notice the Difference: Self-Critical Response vs. Self-Compassionate Response
Part Five: Onward, Upward
Resources
References
Acknowledgments
About the Author