Our drive system and threat system have been collaborating well to motivate us to strive better and protect us from threats. However, when there is an imbalance, we are tempted to be self-critical when we cannot archive the standard we gave ourselves.

Drawing on the biological and theoretical underpinnings of compassion-focused therapy, Dr. Melissa Chan, clinical psychologist from the Central Mind shared tips to build up our soothing system. She facilitated a few experiential exercises to help participants connect with their "angry self", "anxious self", "sad self", and other emotional selves. Participants were guided to switch from thinking mode to sensing mode and approach their source of distress with curiosity. The workshop provided valuable insights on how to give ourselves the compassion we need in moments of suffering and cultivate a more balanced and compassionate approach towards ourselves.