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4 Ways to Be Kind to Yourself

Self-compassion and being kind to ourselves is especially key in today's hectic world

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Your parents probably taught you to be kind to others – but did anyone teach you to be kind to yourself?

This need for self-compassion and being kind to ourselves is especially key in today’s hectic world, where professional work and work at home can be emotionally and physically draining, says Jennifer Ferrand, PsyD, director, Hartford HealthCare Well-Being Department.

“It cannot be overstated that self-compassion and being kind to ourselves regularly is a boost to our health,” she notes.

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