Self-Compassion: Be Kind to Yourself

[@debfryer2437]

God told Kory Robertson, wife of Willie Robertson, when she was praying about being a failure as a mother: “ I did not call you to be successful; I called you to be faithful.” That puts the nature of God into perspective. He knows we are limited in this world, and he wants us to take courage, do our best and look to Him. That’s all. If He is not condemning us, then neither should we.

[@devochted]

@Deb Fryer 💗💖❤

[@amandaondricek2815]

Oh how I needed to read this! Thank you!

[@paulahawks1124]

Really appreciate you mentioning this quote from Kory. Do you have a reference for it?

[@mcproman1084]

Thx for that message. Amen. 💖

[@rithistewartx5908]

God !! This is a witness
Right now I was feeling so bad about myself, this video came to me as a recommendation , praise God ♥️♥️

[@Alexandriafrancescakiel]

Yes me too! Amen!!

[@rithistewartx5908]

@@Alexandriafrancescakiel Amen♥️

[@elisabethclark9989]

Same🥰

[@wanderer-xr5pz]

Same here

[@JamesEmeryHill]

Amen.

[@LHJlives]

If the Lord won't insult or berate us, then why should we do it to ourselves? He lovingly corrects us when we are in the wrong, but He does so out of compassion and a desire for us to be our best selves. We should do the same.

[@dennisclark6758]

It is not easy when you are alone. My dog isn't talking much.

[@meyersonfire]

@@dennisclark6758 I don't even have a dog

[@FromAgonyToLight]

My grandpa reminded of the scripture: "whom the Lord loveth, he chasteneth" that helped me a lot.

[@Aaron_Gato123]

@@dennisclark6758 There is always something you can do to be happy. Going out and serve others will replace loneliness. You'll feel that your existence is important because you bless other people's lives. If you can't go out then make a video and tell your story. Perhaps other people can relate and connect with you. Just be proactive. You can win against loneliness. Heavenly Father wants you to be happy po.

[@Dolly_Shores]

That first sentence really hit me. Thank you kind stranger.

[@erictheodorepaul4660]

For a long time I was battling with self-hatred but at the instant I accepted Jesus into my heart and life and I became self-compassionate ❤️
To anyone who's going through this similar situation of self-imcompassion.
Jesus loves you and your worth is in Him.
Remember you are not a slave to the standards of this world. You are the daughter/son of the MOST HIGH!

[@moshito383]

1 yr late but how did you do it? Did you pray everyday for help and read God’s word? I’m asking cuz I heard it’s a good idea to get advice from believers

[@dmackey2000]

I love seeing more content like this coming from the church. I'm hopeful messages like this will help my children and other church members avoid the same traps of perfectionism and anxiety I think can be too common for members today!

[@yellowyosh470]

It's a problem felt like people, not just members. 👍 I also love seeing this content as well!

[@davidsradioroom9678]

There are a lot of people who need to see this video.♥

[@devin6272]

This comment is just for me, but I need to put it out there. This is precisely the video I needed. I beat myself up for my various mistakes and choices that I feel are me spitting in the face of Jesus. When in reality, I'm not, and I'm doing myself a more significant disservice by not taking advantage of the savior's atonement. He suffered for me; I owe him everything.

[@DevinBradleySmith]

Self-Compassion is SO IMPORTANT! So grateful the Church is teaching this important concept

[@reese924]

“As I have loved you...”

[@sulatlalaki]

The Lord said, "I, the Lord, will forgive whom I will forgive; but of you it is REQUIRED to forgive all men." That includes the person in the mirror.

[@DindieMarie]

23 people gave this video a thumbs down?? They must be listening to their inner critic.

[@loiseau2416]

Love ourselves like the lord loves us❤️🙂

[@cedricburkhart3738]

How do we know of he loves us?

[@self-developementhub3731]

Thank you. I am constantly trying to be perfect and when I'm not, I feel like I sinned the worst sin. It is actually a type of anxiety. I am working on being kind to myself.

[@lydiacheshire5183]

I do have this same ind of perfection as well. I know it's rough, but hey, we got this! ;)

[@seanjackson5527]

I had a bishop who asked me when I felt that way, who wanted me to feel it? Either Heavenly Father or the adversary is saying it and if it's discouraging, who do you think is saying it? I answered the obvious, then my bishop said "That's you how you can recognize who's talking to you and know to ignore it". We all feel we've sunk to far, but the kinder we are to ourselves and the more we choose to believe the Savior is helping us, and to trust Him, that anxiety will disappear and we'll grow stronger.

[@self-developementhub3731]

@Shadow Life Thank you :)

[@self-developementhub3731]

@@lydiacheshire5183 Ya, we got this. Thx!

[@_lavieenrose8687]

You can do it!

[@Clone_shark]

I like this, and I could probably do better at applying this in my life.

[@vendingguy47]

Me too!! This video was for me.

[@teslarowe4849]

May I suggest an old sermon that really helped me overcome self-criticism? It's called "Be Renewed in the Spirit of your Mind" by Patricia Holland. It's on RUclips. Her husband is actually quoted in this video, but her sermon gave a lot of practical advice for overcoming this. Totally changed my life.

[@komjanuszvincent2023]

Don't worry if it's a hard habit to break! Good understands :)

[@mimi-xw5se]

Me too

[@WellerNFriends]

Being to Kind to oneself can easily be overlooked and forgotten!
The great thing about being Kind to others is it also increases your own self worth. That is what I do if I'm not able to treat myself in a Kind way!
So many great comments here and I wish I had more people like you all in my community 😊

[@JesusIsLove2512]

Praise the Lord Jesus Christ 🙏 Mother Mary Pray For Us 🙏Abba Father Bless us and we Adore You 🙏

[@regasoup9597]

Remember everyone especially in these times so many people are dealing with hard things
And You should always be kind to yourself, and others. But yourself is very important because if you keep saying bad things to yourself you will start to belive them, and same goes if you are saying good things about yourself.
How are you blessed?
Count your blessings
What are you good at?
Be proud of things you do well at, and enjoy!
Thanks for reading!
Have a great day 😊

[@wiltoncosta3665]

Yeah! I agree with you sometimes is getting hard to know what good you are, however other thinks different

[@rainbowsongbird13]

I really needed this reminder. I am at an eating disorder recovery center and am working on being more gentle with myself.

[@robertowens6674]

You are worthy of love from yourself and worthy of God's love. You are stronger than you know and with His help you can overcome. Know that you have helped and touched others...including people you have never met, like me.❤

[@user-mm3km5ih4o]

Life, is about learning to appropriately receive ,and, give Love...

[@fanettaburke4608]

Love yourself and others

[@leratokorinaseutloali1845]

If we love one another we will become one 👊🤝

[@motherofiv]

a very sweet message during a hard time in society

[@WellerNFriends]

Sure is Ashley,
"Be kind to yourself and be kind to others"
That works for me 😊

[@CMBauer]

And that includes you. ❤️

[@annikaohran2347]

love yourself 💜

[@MrSurfferchik]

There are no failures!😄 Only moments for growth, learning, and increased reliance on our Savior!🙌

[@cedricburkhart3738]

I fail often. I don't believe in God. I don't think he loves me if he's real. Or at least he doesn't really want me to know him. Maybe he's upset with ms so he won't make himself known to me.

[@vaihauhititeriipaia7061]

I truly help people to be compassion just like god do it

[@JT-zt7uq]

This is a timely video. Just today I happened to catch a glance of myself in a glass door, I was in my military uniform and wearing a COVID mask. As I walked up to the door it was as if I heard a voice behind me say, "You are so handsome, and successful, and I am so proud of you." It caught me so off guard that it almost brought me to tears.

[@DaveGarber1975]

I had this problem for a long time but, with God's help, I overcame it. Our loving Heavenly Father commands us to love not only Him with all our souls but also our neighbors as ourselves. And that equality is important. Sometimes we may treat ourselves like figurative gold and our neighbors like figurative dirt, but sometimes we can do the opposite instead; in any case, neither is correct. Ideally, we should treat ourselves like the Savior does---with patience and kindness and a sincere desire for us to repent of our sins and to become our best selves.

[@mmmmmmmmm4334]

A fantastic message, one to keep in mind now and always. D&C 88:63

[@navymarie8814]

We should all love each of God's children but you are one of them so love yourself!

[@davinamair8311]

your awesome god my father jesusxxawesome mither maruxxx

[@kaylabryant6532]

"You have to love yourself before you love anyone else" 💖

[@jillianguilford5191]

I'm not at 100% of loving myself. I have to be reminded that I too am a child of God, who is loved by Him totally. I love others as well as I can and grow in capacity to love myself as well as others.

[@DoctorSuezz]

Appropriate for the times! ♡♡♡

[@viviprince7284]

I feel like this hurt on so many levels because I relate to the self-bullying & hatred more than anything, but eventually I'll get there to that good place with myself somehow, all good things take time, especially with God in the picture☺

[@yuyunningsih8762]

Self compassion is very important in our life 💖💖💖💖

[@ai-aimolar132]

I love the message of this video.

[@sanyal7388]

We judge our own selves harshly.

[@stand.inholyplaces]

This is fantastic! It’s important to remember that our Heavenly Father created us, so how can we not be kind to ourselves? Being unkind to yourself is almost like disapproving of the person that He created. We have inherent value no matter what. Love God, love others, and love yourself. You are a child of God.

[@jaxonreid7588]

As a member of the Church who is currently undergoing depression, this was very helpful to me, praise the Lord 😄

[@alvinokoth9460]

This came at the right time when I was going through a lot .. That I forgot to love myself..

[@martinsanchez1474]

Please translate this one into spanish. I know a lot of spanish speaking friends and family who would benefit from this message

[@ooijoeearn8257]

Thanks you for bring this beautiful message.

[@emilybailey4283]

Sometimes the people who dislike this are the ones who are struggling the hardest. There are those who haven't felt kindness and who are angry that there are people who have. Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that despitefully use you and persecute you, that you may be the children of your Father which is in Heaven. That doesn't mean try to make their life better, that means know that if they let God in, He can help them come to Him and their lives will be better.
Good video.

[@jillianguilford5191]

The forgiveness can begin even if I feel insincere in it. As I have given daily prayers for the wellbeing of those who have harmed me, I was given everything I needed to see the "enemy" as God's child and desire for that person (groups of people) to have what I most desire for myself.

[@abbiluchs2747]

I LOVE THIS! Self compassion is so important! I almost wish the animation at the beginning was a little different though. I wish the girl depicted would have hugged the critical voice in her head. I think that Christ won’t ever take away our difficulties, but he can help us accept and love the parts of ourselves we either can’t change or struggle with. I’m not saying we should listen to what that critical voice says about us, but that we should not be ashamed to struggle with low self esteem or negative thoughts, because that can prevent us from seeking help. As we make efforts to be friends with ourselves, every part of ourselves, I think it is silly to assume that voice will disappear. BUT by having faith in Christ and our own ability to improve, we truly can diminish that voice’s influence!! So appreciate the church speaking to this issue that really persists today!

[@veleanwilliams-palmer3456]

At some point or another, we all had to deal with these counterfeits of the adversary--self-criticism, self doubt, and comparing ourselves with others. The realization that we are all unique in our own way, and that we are never defined by our mistakes, is a step into self-compassion and acceptance. Let us remember that we are destined for greatness. If we look at ourselves and others through the eyes of the Savior, then we would see that we are all alike unto Him and He loves us unconditionally.

[@garrettpete]

A beautiful and needed message/reminder to all of us. Thank you!

[@i2rtw]

Simply lovely.

[@Elktech_gt]

Thank u very much while watching this video I felt the spirit now I will try to be kind to everyone

[@danielledopie]

This helped me so much a couple years ago, and it's helped again now. ❤️ I'm glad that we have lovely animations and stories to help us understand we are worth it!

[@brtteluguchannel5780]

Love jesus

[@SharpLady53]

Wonderful reminder. Self-compassion. Lovely. 🌷
Thank you.

[@payothemayo138]

Amen thank you🙏✝️

[@Mumziesoriginals]

This is so true!,

[@USSResolute]

We are taught that "With what judgment ye shall ye shall also be judged". Why then would that not extend to how we treat ourselves?
Of course, Elder Dieter has addressed this in "Forget Me Not".
Everyone is a package deal, and remember that Jesus is eager to receive every package, not just the ones you find appealing, exciting and valuable.

[@VixeyTeh]

Thank you for this video.
God bless you and everyone who sees this.

[@delinatsehaye3649]

God bless u

[@thestargazingnurse8605]

What a fantastic message.

[@gambent6853]

I tend to be my own worst enemy, so I'm truly grateful to have seen this today. Thank you.

[@nidhibinha4844]

GREAT MESSAGE KEEP POSTING 👍 ❤️

[@aidenchen1964]

Outstanding message. Thank You! 👍

[@jeanettesnow8711]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@peterkennedy8011]

Thank you 🙏

[@CaptainCory]

Great message!

[@zachatkinson1279]

This is a wonderful message!

[@leratokorinaseutloali1845]

Alot of people believe that God is their Father but they don't know His ways and His art... Anyway interesting 🌸💘

[@jillianguilford5191]

I'm watching and saving these. And they are an answer to my prayers. I struggle with depression and chronic pain. There are so many positive changes I want to make, right now I'm stopped. I'm praying to know the next right thing that Father wants me to do.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

We are glad they help. Thanks for tuning in!

[@jillianguilford5191]

There have been answers to my prayers. Changes within my mind and heart, people including themselves in my life, service opportunities. I'm so grateful. I've gone to my bishop and had discussion with him. I'm so grateful for the counsel he gave. Changes in behavior have been encouraged and I'm in better compliance with commandments. Some areas of selfishness on my part are healing as I choose to be more obedient because I love God, Christ, Heavenly Mother and the Holy Spirit.

[@jordangiles4208]

I Love Compassion I use it Everyday it Brings Relieving of Others And Desire to Help Others The World Needs Compassion.

[@Chilenitos22]

Perfect timing! Thank you!

[@aiseu_bingseu]

This is awesome! Thank you

[@MohsenEshraghi]

So peaceful

[@fanettaburke4608]

That is true be positive with yourself and others

[@kellioswald4662]

Thank you! ❤️

[@debbies27]

Such an important principle!

[@coleygyaluv]

Very important message

[@noellemcbride6435]

Love this. Thank you.

[@dennisclark6758]

Having been divorced three times takes everything takes a lot out of you. In this condition it is really easy to beat yourself up. This helped me a lot. I watched it several times and will watch it again.

[@cookie6111]

Thank you I needed to hear that 🙂

[@zachjernigan9976]

Thank you

[@melissarodrigues5702]

I really needed this!
Jesus loves me for who i am ❤️⭐

[@7ajhubbell]

Thank you.

[@evawebb6374]

Fantastic! Thank you for the reminder to love myself

[@miythrandir]

In a day and age when life is so hard, this is a refreshing message. Makes me think of Michael McLean’s song “Gentle.”

[@marymechambrough9903]

One of the best song ever written!!!

[@klewis4377]

Sure did need to hear this today!!! Thank you!!!!!!!!

[@NchawaFada]

Beautiful!

[@bennevelynt4718]

Thanks again, Church RUclips channel! The subscription to you is like a personal Liahona at times!

[@tinahuffman588]

Beautiful message. Love one another includes self.

[@tesfayesusteklay6307]

my baby boy almost died thank Jesus

[@heatherhutton1117]

I was LITERALLY talking about this this morning before this popped up. God made us in his image. Many people take the time to love how God created the trees, sun, animals etc but we dont see ourselves QUITE like God's creation when we think negatively about ourselves. When we talk bad to ourselves or hate ourselves, we are hating or dislike what God created and LOVES. I learned to ask "what right do I have to hate what God loves?"

[@LivingCrusader]

Thanks. I needed this.

[@estefanymolanocastillo1936]

What a beautiful video. We all should apply it to our life, and choose to hear more the Holy Spirit rather than the negative thoughts 💙

[@adeza2001]

This helps me a lot thank you heavenly father 😟❤️😁

[@raindropsmac8022]

love it! wonderful message.

[@starlegends3092]

Thanks for posting

[@corwinmorton3411]

It's better to understand yourself In the Push yourself to understand better things that might work for you and help you understand others because we're all in this together, we need to understand these Things

[@abishannefamindalan592]

Thank you so much 😣❣️

[@angelastacks883]

Thank you for these kind reminders!

[@Clestea]

Gosh darnit, this made me cry.

[@sandrastone8424]

Such a wonderful concept to be validated. I wish I had known this when I was a child.

[@patmaurer8541]

Sandra {HUGS!}, I feel that, too. Thankfully, as I've studied, I learned that our mind cannot tell the difference between real and vividly imagined experiences (that's why we can lose ourselves in great writing or our hearts pound while watching an exciting film :-) ). So, when we take time to still ourselves, we can go back to those earliest pivotal moments in childhood--not to relive it--but as a compassionate witness. Let your adult self step in and advocate for your younger self; protect her and speak the truth you now know. Comfort her and tell her she is going to grow up and be GREAT! I don't know all of the science behind this, but I can tell you that it works! And, even more miraculous, our brain does what's called 'generalization'; it takes what we've now learned and applies it to every similar circumstance from that memory forward, thru to now! It's like a ripple effect, sending healing across the years. It doesn't change your memory of what happened, it just lifts the weight of it. Those experiences no longer determine how your life goes. I hope that helps :-)

[@leonea1985]

God have a place for everyone
All that's need from as is trust him to
Not let him down
Amen

[@maryweber2704]

love this video

[@blighted2013]

This made me cry. It's been really rough lately and I feel like such a failure so often. This is a great reminder of what I can work on.

[@robertowens6674]

Hang in there!

[@DanielMoroni]

Thank you thank you thank you! I needed this!

[@valtaylor5787]

I was just thinking bad about myself...as always... thx for this video

[@robertdumaicos4720]

Me too, especially when that bully got hurt!