![]() While the give yourself grace hashtag on the platform didn't grow significantly during that time, it's waiting there (and on other social media sites) as a gentle reminder to let go of self-criticism, pity, and shame. On Instagram, which only tracks hashtags up to 90 days in the past, the combination of #grace (opens in a new tab) and #giveyourselfgrace (opens in a new tab) had more than 400,000 uses in the past few months. The saying has deep roots in yoga and faith communities, and it frequently shows up online as a hashtag or inspirational quote. Give yourself grace is permission to forgive your mistakes, lapses in judgment, and hurtful behavior, because no one is perfect. It offers relief in the midst of serious transgressions, like failing to show up for an important moment or betraying a promise. ![]() It's the refrain you might turn to when coping with daily frustrations like arguing with your children, driving aggressively after being cutoff, or feeling overwhelmed by the stress of the coronavirus pandemic (opens in a new tab). In our search for calm and stability during a hellish year, perhaps no mantra stands out as more comforting than "give yourself grace." ![]() Life > Health & Wellness > Mental Health
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