Try Self-Compassion for Better Relationships
When is the last time you beat yourself up for something you did? It’s common for people to be intensely self-critical, but that can often hurt ourselves and our relationships.
When is the last time you beat yourself up for something you did? It’s common for people to be intensely self-critical, but that can often hurt ourselves and our relationships.
Dr. Esther Perel, a well-known psychologist and a source of inspiration for me, says: “Bending is what we’re called to do when we can’t change our circumstances, when we can only change how we react to them.” This spoke to me deeply. Not only is it an important concept for stepfamilies to embrace, but it’s …