The weight of constant "shoulds" can be exhausting—feeling like you "should" do more, "should" be better, or "should" get others to change. And these cycles often include a lot of negative emotions like self-criticism, regret, and frustration.
But there's a different way. Instead of pushing yourself with rigid expectations, you can cultivate a natural sense of motivation that is sustainable and freeing.
In this talk, Dr. Rick Hanson talks about how you can move beyond harsh self-judgment and external demands toward a more spacious, compassionate way of living.
You can see the meditation that went along with this talk here: https://rickhanson.com/meditation-talk-what-should-you-do-about-your-shoulds/
And if you would like to join the free, online Wednesday Meditations, sign up here: https://rickhanson.com/wednesday-meditations-with-dr-rick-hanson/
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