Fostering Self-Compassion

My personal reflections on a poem by Lalla, into my own spiritual journey. Your own truth lies within you. For more information on my transformational coaching visit: www.donsorterup.com.

Two quick questions to elicit clarity during this beautiful fall day here in Maine. I would offer that you take a few moments and write down your answers, answers from your deepest self. For information about my transformational coaching practice visit: www.donsorterup.com. Be Well.

Cultivating our own wisdom and compassion creates clarity, confidence and joy. by Don Sorterup

Cultivating our own wisdom & compassion as a practice fosters a deeper understanding of our 'patterns' in life and empowers us to create more inner peace. When we cultivate our own inner peace, we create a more peaceful world. I address three questions. 1. Where does our wisdom and compassion stem from? 2. Why is it important? 3. How do we begin to cultivate it in our daily lives as a practice? Enjoy this initial ripple in the water of cultivating a more fulfilling life through the cultivation of your own wisdom & compassion.

What is certain in these uncertain times? Love, wisdom and compassion. Engage with the tools of self-compassion to cultivate inner peace in this time of uncertainty.

How does one lead with an open heart and compassion in relationship with others? I share my very personal journey of having an open heart in relationship with my former partner over the past 5 months. Reconciliation is possible. Healing and growth is possible. An open heart has led to a deeper understanding of myself and our connection.

It’s 12 degrees. It’s cold. And I accept it. I am choosing to not let the cold bother me. I find contentment and joy in that choice. Raise your level of awareness to the story and to the data of a situation in your life that is challenging you to accept. From there, move through them into a level of acceptance to move forward. For more information on my “30 Days to Fostering Greater Self Compassion” Program, hop over to www.fosteringselfcompassion.com.

Are you ready to deepen your connection with yourself? What do you want it to look like? I believe we deepen that empowering connection through compassion. Grace is one of the wonderful tools to foster such a connection. Join me on this journey into compassion & connection.

Compassion is a gateway to freedom. Where there is freedom, there is possibility. This powerful freedom empowers us to create new perspectives of ourselves, clear away past hurt and create healthy boundaries. It frees up the energy for creativity and amazing possibilities. Through compassion, embrace this new found freedom.

I can't do this personal growth work alone. I have a regular community of people I reach out to for support in my own journey. I have been reaching out for support for the past 30 years. I appreciate that people are here to support me and I am available for others. Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information on my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program and coaching services.

'Break your heart open to yourself' is the beginning of a poem I wrote while learning to extend compassion to myself a few years ago. What would be the impact of breaking your heart open and habitually embracing yourself? How would you experience and see yourself differently? Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information on my coaching practice and my "30 days to fostering greater self-compassion" online program.

Hitting age 30 has perhaps been a reality check for where you thought your life might be at this age. What defines you? What no longer defines you? Come explore this inquiry with awareness and curiosity empowered to answer the next question: knowing who you are and what you care about, how do you want to spend your time and energy? Visit www.donsorterup.com for more information on my coaching and "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" Program.

Cultivating the habit of self-acknowledgment positively shifts our perception of ourselves and makes our heart smile. This simple and powerful practice is healthy fuel for our personal growth. It is one of the most empowering elements in my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program. Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information.

My daily meditation practice offers me the wonderful stillness to transform. As I drop into the silence; perceptions, beliefs, opinions and frustration all have an opportunity to shift. My heart opens to my true nature allowing for compassion to grow. Foster the habit of meditation and witness your own transformation. Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information and to order my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program.

If you are seeking to transform a challenging situation or habit do you approach it with compassion or harshness? How is the effectiveness different with each approach? Would you try to untie a knot with anger or with love? Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information and to order my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program.

Formerly clouded with judgment and self remorse, my own perceptions shifted once I offered myself compassion. Empowering snippets and a couple of testimonials as I preview my 30 day program and how it can impact your life. Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information and to order my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program.

What's standing between you and being kinder and more compassionate with yourself? I find that habitual perspectives and opinions of myself stand in the way. Let's unpack these opinions and transform them by engaging a few key elements to fostering greater self-compassion. Fostering self-compassion is a heartwarming experience! Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com.

How often do you get rid of your garbage? I'm speaking of the emotional trash one picks up in their everyday lives. As you know it begins to stink after a while. It prevents you from seeing a situation with clarity and it can alter your perception of yourself. I offer 3 empowering habits for keeping your emotional trash bin clean. Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information and to order my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program.

A wonderful question to ask in the midst of our busy lives. The question beckons us to look at how we spend our time and energy. Are we aligned with our beliefs, values, intentions, goals, passions and sense of purpose in life? Live the life that matters to you! Be well.

Self- forgiveness is one of the most powerful elements in creating and sustaining self-compassion. The more you forgive yourself for past afflictions the more space and energy you will have to embrace and love yourself. Notice how your perception of yourself shifts as you embrace the habit. Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information and to order my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program.

There is a wonderful gift in anger when we raise our awareness; deep caring and concern. How will you see your anger differently knowing that deep caring and concern lie within your anger? Visit www.fosteringselfcompassion.com for more information and to order my "30 Days to Fostering Greater Self-Compassion" online program.