Being gentle with yourself isn’t any less motivating or helpful.

Pay attention to your self-talk and thoughts; soften harsh or hard ones for more self-compassion.

Find more great Self-Compassion practices/encouragement here:

https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/youre-allowed-to-be-human

https://centerformsc.org/10-self-compassion-practices-for-covid-19/