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A Prayer to Practice Self Compassion | Your Daily Prayer

It’s often easier to extend grace to others than to ourselves.
Updated Apr 21, 2025

It’s often easier to extend grace to others than to ourselves. But God doesn’t ask us to live in self-criticism or shame—He calls us to live in the freedom of His love and mercy.

Video by Skylar Cochran Thumbnail & Stock footage courtesy of Canva.com © Universal Music 

Originally published April 21, 2025.


SWN authorThe Reverend Dr. Kyle Norman is the Rector of St. Paul’s Cathedral, located in Kamloops BC, Canada.  He holds a doctorate in Spiritual formation and is a sought-after writer, speaker, and retreat leader. His writing can be found at Christianity.com, crosswalk.comibelieve.com, Renovare Canada, and many others.  He also maintains his own blog revkylenorman.ca.  He has 20 years of pastoral experience, and his ministry focuses on helping people overcome times of spiritual discouragement.

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