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Be Kind to Yourself (Primary and Secondary)

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Being kind to yourself is of utmost importance during school age years. Childhood and adolescence is a time of significant growth, self-discovery, and challenges. Treating yourself with kindness cultivates self-esteem, resilience, and mental wellbeing. By practicing self-compassion/self-kindness, you create a foundation of self-love that helps navigate the ups and downs of life. Embracing your imperfections, forgiving yourself for mistakes, and acknowledging your efforts fosters a positive self-image and healthy emotional development. Remember, showing kindness to yourself isn't selfish; it's a crucial step towards building a strong sense of identity and a bright future.

Self-kindness Tips for Children Website

10 ways you can be kinder to yourself https://schoolofkindness.org/10-ways-to-practise-self-kindness

Self-Compassion/Self-kindness

Be Kind To Yourself Quotes

  1. “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” 
  2. “Talk to yourself like you would to someone you love."
  3. “Don’t just be good to others. Be good to yourself too.”
  4. “Be kind to yourself, you are doing the best you can.”
  5. “Love yourself as much as you want to be love.”
  6. “How you treat yourself is how you are inviting the world to treat you.”
  7. “You will never speak to anyone more than yourself in your head, be kind to yourself.”
  8. “Be kind to yourself. You are amazing. You are good enough. You are worth it.”
  9. “Remember you have been criticising yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” 
  10. “Be careful how you are talking to yourself because you are listening.”