Self-Compassion on the Spiritual Path
Barbara Hebert – USA
Compassion for the personality is something that is rarely discussed in theosophical circles. As seekers on the spiritual path, the personality is typically ignored because of its temporality, yet the personality is the vehicle for traveling this path. It plays an essential role in our spiritual growth. We discuss compassion for all living beings, yet we are rarely compassionate with ourselves. It may be helpful to explore the concept of self-compassion, compassion for the vehicle through which we walk the spiritual path. It is useful to note that self-compassion does not preclude our constant self-examination and effort to walk this path; rather, self-compassion supports our efforts as we undertake this difficult task.