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Write A Letter To Yourself

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 Are you hard on yourself? All of us are at times.

But harsh self-criticism can make us feel isolated, unhappy, and even more stressed. When you are your biggest critic, the voice in your head constantly tends to beat yourself up over your faults and flaws.

Self-compassion is essential for nurses who want to prevent burnout. It zaps away painful feelings of shame and self-judgement that can compromise mental health. Writing to yourself in a compassionate way is a great place to start.

Follow these steps:
  1. Think of something about yourself that makes you feel ashamed, insecure, or not good enough.
  2. Now imagine there’s a person who loves every part of you unconditionally. What would they say to you about this part of yourself?
  3. Remind yourself that you’re not alone. Think about other people who may struggle with the same negative aspect.
  4. Consider how the events of your life or your environment may have contributed to the negative aspect of yourself.
  5. Think about constructive changes you could make to improve this negative aspect of yourself.
  6. Now write a letter to yourself using these thoughts and insights. Write it from the perspective of a compassionate friend.

Learn more about how self-compassion can positively impact your mental health.

Tell us about the letter you wrote here or reply to us on Twitter, in our private Facebook group or Instagram. Remember to tag us with #healthynurse!

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