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Self-compassion: the psychological practice consisting of
Self-compassion: the psychological practice consisting of three interdependent components - self-kindness (treating oneself with warmth and understanding like a good friend), common humanity (recognizing failure is part of shared human experience), and mindfulness (holding failure in balanced awareness without rumination) - that enables honest accountability rather than serving as a euphemism for lowered standards.
Why This Is a Definition
This definition establishes the precise semantic boundary of 'self-compassion' by specifying its three required components and distinguishing it from false self-compassion. It answers exactly what X means here in the curriculum context.