Unpleasant emotions, such as sadness, anger, fear, or guilt, often carry a stigma. Society tends to label them as "negative" or "bad." Yet these emotions are neither inherently good nor bad—they are signals, messengers from within that alert us to something deeper.

To help you begin building self-compassion, here’s a creative exercise called “The Compassionate Mirror.” This exercise engages your imagination and reflection skills, inviting you to see yourself through a different, more compassionate lens.

Many of us struggle with self-criticism and negative self-talk. Self-compassion is a valuable tool that can help improve mental well-being and support healthier behaviors. In this blog is a simple exercise to help you cultivate self-compassion in your daily life.