In various ways, a person’s self-compassion seems more important to their happiness than self-esteem. Whereas self-esteem implies comparing oneself favorably to others, self-compassion is an ...

You can’t force forgiveness. A case study involving infidelity reveals how self-compassion unlocked true emotional healing and growth.

“I want to be kinder to myself, not blame myself, you know?” My client paused, looking away. “But, I’m afraid that if I lean too much into patience and kindness for myself, I’ll stop gaining ground.

Scientists have shown that self-love isn't just a warm and fuzzy feeling, but it's a tool that you can apply to build a ...

Scholar Dr. Kristin Neff defines self-compassion as "giv[ing] ourselves the same kindness and support we'd give to a good friend." Leadership is no joke. Whether you are a team leader at a small local ...

It’s late in the afternoon when the knock comes on the office door. A parent has arrived, visibly upset about a decision made earlier in the day. As you speak with them, their voice tightens. Your own ...

To be truly compassionate toward others, do we first have to be compassionate toward ourselves? Some researchers have suggested that these two types of compassion are linked, although this might not ...

When you finally start to feel bad for your younger self, it can be a jarring break-through in therapy. There's an inflection point on the road to finally developing self-compassion and a wider ...