hree intertwining concepts: Self-kindness versus self-judgment, a sense of common humanity versus isolation, and mindfulness verse over-identification. These three aspects are each primary building blocks to helping an individual achieve self-compassion. People that have strong self-criticism tend to lack Self-kindness, but treat others better than they would treat themselves (Neff, 2003a). Self-kindness is seeing yourself in a more positive aspect and learning to stop and exercise kind words toward yourself when you’re in pain. We are often self-critical without much notice and don 't realize the unconscious effect it has on everyday function. A young woman struggling with her weight is far more inclined to degrade herself and compare herself