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Loving-Kindness for Self
Repeat 4 wishes to yourself sincerely: peace, health, happiness, kindness.
Goal
Develop practical self-compassion via repeated wishing — builds positive nervous system.
Steps
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Sit comfortably. Eyes closed.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Inner warmth.
Evidence base
School: Metta / Buddhist Meditation
Founders: Sharon Salzberg (1995)
Salzberg "Lovingkindness" 1995. Ancient Buddhist origin.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Loving-Kindness for Self" take?
This exercise takes about 10 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Loving-Kindness for Self"?
Inner warmth. In the short term: You habituate to wishing yourself well.
Is "Loving-Kindness for Self" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Metta / Buddhist Meditation (Sharon Salzberg (1995)). Salzberg "Lovingkindness" 1995. Ancient Buddhist origin.
Is "Loving-Kindness for Self" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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