das Selbstmitgefühl
Translation
self-compassion
Examples
Selbstmitgefühl hilft bei der Bewältigung von Stress.
Self-compassion helps in coping with stress.
Sie lernt, mehr Selbstmitgefühl zu praktizieren.
She is learning to practice more self-compassion.
Grammar Patterns
to practice self-compassion She practices self-compassion daily.
to have self-compassion for oneself One should have more self-compassion for oneself.
Similar Words
Synonyms: self-acceptance, self-care; Antonyms: self-criticism, self-condemnation
Etymology
From 'Selbst-' (self) and 'Mitgefühl' (compassion, sympathy). Literally 'self-compassion'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'Mitgefühl' (compassion) directed towards your 'Selbst' (self), especially when you make a mistake.