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Compassion-Focused Therapy•For Adults

Compassion Practice Guide

Step-by-step compassionate imagery and breathing exercises.

Practices for developing your compassionate self.

Soothing Rhythm Breathing

1. Find a comfortable position 2. Breathe in for about 3 seconds 3. Pause briefly 4. Breathe out for about 3 seconds 5. Find a rhythm that feels soothing 6. Soften your facial expression

Compassionate Self Exercise

1. Use soothing rhythm breathing 2. Imagine your compassionate self — wise, strong, warm 3. From this position, look at the part of you that is struggling 4. What does that part need to hear?

This resource is for educational purposes.

Source: TheTherapies (thetherapies.vercel.app) — Part of Compassion-Focused Therapy resources.