“I found in my research that the biggest reason people aren’t more self-compassionate is that they are afraid they’ll become self-indulgent. They believe self-criticism is what keeps them in line. Most people have gotten it wrong because our culture says being hard on yourself is the way to be.” – Kristen Neff
In leadership, we often equate strength with self-discipline and pressure. But what if the real strength lies in self-compassion?
Research shows that kindness toward ourselves doesn’t weaken our standards — it reinforces resilience, emotional clarity, and authentic presence.
Leading others begins with how we lead ourselves. And maybe it’s time to change the tone of that inner voice.
(Photo from launch event for Professional Women’s Network PWN Romania)