Self-Compassion and the Ethos of Gratitude

In a world that often seeks to tear us down,

It is more important than ever to love oneself.

To accept oneself, flaws and all,

And to cherish one's own unique being.

For we are all works in progress,

And we are all worthy of love.

We are all deserving of kindness,

And we are all deserving of compassion.

So let us begin to love ourselves,

With all our imperfections.

Let us begin to see ourselves as the beautiful beings

That we truly are.

Let us begin to treat ourselves with the same love

That we would treat a dear friend.

Let us begin to nurture ourselves,

And to nourish our souls.

For when we love ourselves,

We are able to love others more fully.

We are able to live more fully.

We are able to be more fully ourselves.

So let us begin to love ourselves,

With all our hearts.

Let us begin to love ourselves,

With all our souls