What If Being Compassionate Doesn’t Mean Being Nice?

Judith Richey

Published on: 01/10/2026

Somewhere along the way, “be nice” can start carrying a lot more weight than we realize. Your hurt still matters. Your needs still matter. Your voice still matters. What is happening inside you belongs in the conversation, too.

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Staying Soft Without Falling Apart

Judith Richey

Published on: 10/02/2026

Why compassion is not indulgent—and why it feels risky at first After awareness comes a crossroads. Once you notice that you're tense, tired, or overwhelmed, something else often shows up quickly: self-criticism.

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