Compassion Archives - Amy Pattee Colvin https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/compassion/ Transform Your Health, Wellness, and Vitality Through Mindset, Movement, and Mindfulness Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:43:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-AmyPatteeColvinWeb-2-32x32.jpg Compassion Archives - Amy Pattee Colvin https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/compassion/ 32 32 The Power of Acceptance: How to Let Go of Expectations and Judgment https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/how-to-let-go-of-expectations-and-judgment/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:24:05 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=16522 Have you ever experienced the frustration that arises from unmet expectations—perhaps it was a work project that didn’t go how you wanted, a strained relationship, or a personal setback? At one point or another, all of us have.
An antidote to this frustration is intentionally practicing acceptance.

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]]> How to be Humble and Why It Cultivates Inner Peace https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/how-to-be-humble/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:04:18 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=13743 Being humble doesn't mean being self-deprecating or feeling unworthy, nor hiding your inner light. Read on to learn what in means instead.

In this post you'll learn three techniques for cultivating humility: practicing self-compassion, embracing your humanness, extending gratitude.

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]]> From the Wisdom of the Snake to the Speed of the Horse: A Somatic Framework for 2026 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/get-set-for-year-of-fire-horse-2026/ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=17654 The post From the Wisdom of the Snake to the Speed of the Horse: A Somatic Framework for 2026 appeared first on Amy Pattee Colvin.

]]> The Unexpected Power of Compassion: Stop Fighting Your Brain and Start Directing It https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/self-compassion-trainable-skill/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:43:55 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=17571 Compassion is the key to your lasting reset and is simpler and more powerful than you imagine. It is more than "being nice." Compassion is the ultimate mindset tool—the credible framework your brain has been waiting for to finally achieve lasting integration.

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]]> Neuroscience of Goal Setting: Brain Blocks and Fixes https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/neuroscience-goal-setting-ras-vision-board/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 16:55:07 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=17364 Are you navigating a significant life transition—retirement, career change, or rediscovering your identity? If you’re feeling stuck, the problem likely isn’t your capability; it’s that your brain is running on autopilot, and it’s blocking the very opportunities you want to see.

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]]> Self-Compassion: Finding Inner Freedom and Joy https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/freedom-joy-compassion/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:11:29 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=16978 Have you ever wanted to find inner peace in an often chaotic and overwhelming world? Or wondered how to stay connected to compassion, joy, and purpose amidst life’s challenges? Read on to learn how self-compassion and a set of questions can support you in attaining these aspirations.

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]]> Cultivating Self-Worth https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/cultivating-self-worth/ Fri, 28 Oct 2022 19:01:49 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=15278 Self-worth is priceless. You can’t buy it, and no one can give it to you. It’s something you have to give to yourself. Cultivating self-worth reflects the essence of how you relate to yourself. Try this affirmation, "I am enough. And I will grow and become even better. I am a good person."

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]]> 12 Reasons to Go on a Peru Meditation Retreat https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/12-reasons-to-go-on-a-meditation-retreat-to-peru/ Mon, 09 May 2022 23:02:19 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=15129 Focusing on Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, a meditation retreat to Peru offers a fantastic array of experience gems for open-hearted, curious travelers looking for a spiritual adventure.

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]]> Celebrating Mid-Winter Solstice https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/celebrating-mid-winter-solstice/ Wed, 15 Dec 2021 01:35:06 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=15038 Mid-winter solstice, in the northern hemisphere, is marked by the shortest day of the year and is a time for setting intentions.

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]]> Guided Imagery and Visualization Meditation https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/guided-imagery-and-visualization-meditation/ Sun, 17 Jan 2021 20:12:03 +0000 https://www.amypatteecolvin.com/?p=14791 If you're familiar with self-improvement and personal growth techniques, you've likely seen terms such as guided imagery and guided visualization. But what do these terms mean, and how are they similar or different?

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