When I first understood the importance of being compassionate with myself, it was a major leap forward for me. I’d heard it told to me dozens – if not hundreds –of times in my life. And I kinda got it every time I heard it. I sort of knew what I was hearing. Yet, I didn’t really get it. And I certainly didn’t decide to change my inner thoughts and feelings. I didn’t become compassionate with myself: It All Starts With Self Compassion