I need to research more into compassionate mind therapy, it sounds right up my street. Meanwhile as part of noticing I need to look after myself, I wonder what it would look like if I mothered myself (I prefer that to the phrase self soothe which is Unhelpful in my mind as I associate it with letting babies cry which we know raises their cortisol).
My mothering approach includes lots of hugs, touch, anything to increase oxytocin. Checking intake of vegetables/ fruit, water and not too much sugar. Encouraging a balance - fresh air, sleep, socialising. Trusting we know for ourselves what our bodies need. Being present, being thoughtful. Love, lots of it.
I will keep applying this to myself :-)
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