Does self-compassion have negative consequences?

Question

Self-compassion is often compared with self-esteem and it seems that self-compassion is more effective and positive than self-esteem. A lot of studies have shown that excessive levels of self-esteem might lead to narcissism or to believe that we are above average. However, I haven't heard negative aspects about self-compassion? Self-compassion is related to happiness, satisfaction and motivation but does it have any negative consequence? Thank you.

Answer 1

Self-compassion is being an adult to yoursel, whereas being a a critic is not adult but reacting out of fear and being sarcastic and intellectually smug. Everyone exists as an adult, critic and child. Our true emotions are housed in the fragile child, who needs, more than anything, acceptance and unconditional love. Self-esteem aim is meant to be accepting of oneself, not delusions of superiority or grandeur.