Signs you need a self-compassion card deck to embrace your nervous system healing
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of stress. From deadlines looming at work to juggling family and home life, not to mention socialising?! The demands placed on us can sometimes feel overwhelming. And unfortunately, we have been conditioned to think we MUST have it all and do it all. It can be hard to stop and breathe, can’t it?
Amidst this chaos of modern day life, there's one thing we often forget to prioritise.. OURSELVES.
By the time you’ve found me, chances are you are already feeling the effects of burnout. So I’m going to share a secret with you today. The foundational and very first step you must do, to move towards healing your nervous system? Is self-compassion.
You can’t jump straight to ice baths and wim hoff breathing if you haven’t stopped to show yourself compassion and acceptance. I mean, if you have kids, when was the last time you were as kind to yourself as you are your little humans? Or if you don’t.. your bestest friend? We have a bias towards pushing ourselves hard, and it often ends in nothing but nervous system dysregulation.
Enter the Honour Ritual self-compassion card deck
A powerful tool inspired by polyvagal theory. Crafted by yours truly, these 88 cards serve as gentle reminders to come back to ourselves, to find solace in self-acceptance, and to navigate life's ups and downs with compassion.
So, how do you know if it's time to shuffle through the cards of self-compassion? Here are the types of people the Honour Ritual products were created for (turned into a wee bit of fun):
Emotionally..
The Perfectionist Paradox: You find yourself constantly striving for perfection, setting impossibly high standards, and feeling disappointed when you inevitably fall short.
The Comparison Conundrum: Your inner critic loves to play the comparison game, endlessly measuring your worth against others and leaving you feeling inadequate.
The Overwhelmed Octopus: Your mind feels like a tangled mess of thoughts and worries, leaving you feeling frazzled and unable to focus.
The Emotional Rollercoaster: You ride the waves of emotion with little control, experiencing highs and lows that leave you feeling exhausted and drained.
The Self-Blame Shuffle: You blame yourself for every misstep, replaying past mistakes in your mind and refusing to forgive yourself.
Physically..
The Tense Tightrope Walker: Your body feels constantly tense and rigid, as if you're walking a tightrope of tension, leaving you with aches and pains.
The Exhausted Energizer Bunny: You push yourself to the limit, relying on caffeine and adrenaline to keep going, even when your body is begging for rest.
The Sleepless Sloth: Despite your best efforts, sleep eludes you, leaving you feeling perpetually exhausted and irritable.
The Nervous Nibbler: Stress leads you to mindlessly munch on snacks, seeking comfort in food but only finding guilt and discomfort.
The Forgetful Flamingo: You find it hard to concentrate or remember things, your mind constantly racing with worry and leaving you feeling scattered.
And more..
The Chronic Warrior: You battle with a chronic illness or condition, feeling overwhelmed by the physical and emotional toll it takes on your life.
The Socially Stressed Seahorse: Social situations leave you feeling anxious and drained, preferring to retreat into solitude rather than face the outside world.
The Procrastination Panda: You find yourself procrastinating on important tasks, using avoidance as a coping mechanism to deal with stress and uncertainty.
The People-Pleasing Penguin: You prioritize others' needs over your own, constantly seeking validation and approval, even at the expense of your own well-being.
The Boundaryless Butterfly: You struggle to set boundaries with others, feeling guilty for saying no and often overextending yourself to please others.
Which do you sound most like? Or maybe you can pick a few that ring true..
If any of these quirky behaviours sound familiar, it might be time to give yourself the gift of self-compassion.
Grab a cozy blanket, brew a cup of tea, and shuffle through the cards of self-love and acceptance. You might even like to use the Honour Ritual Oil to go with it.
Remember, healing isn't always a straight path, but with a little kindness and a sprinkle of surrender, you can navigate your nervous system and guide it towards healing.
