I was kinder to everyone else than I was to myself

Dear Delyara, I noticed today how easily compassion leaves me when it turns inward. I was patient with other people. Understanding. Flexible. Warm enough. Then I made one small mistake and immediately spoke to myself in a tone I would never use on someone I loved. I don’t know why cruelty still feels more natural than kindness when it comes from my own mind. I hope that changes. I really do.