However, the way mindfulness is taught and described today often seems to reinforce an individualistic and secular conception ...

How can we effectively bring about a more just world? Although it may not be obvious at first glance, self-compassion plays a key role in the quest to end sexism, racism, heterosexism, and other forms ...

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Self-compassion is the ongoing practice of relating to yourself kindly and fairly. It is especially helpful during times of stress and suffering. Self-compassion is not kicking yourself when you’re ...

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When I was 26 years old and in my first real management position, I realized it would be helpful to read a book on compassion. I didn’t even really know what compassion was, but I knew that I wasn’t ...

Many of us are our own harshest critics. In times of struggle, we far too easily berate ourselves. I witness this in my work on friendship, as we often judge ourselves for how difficult it can be to ...

If you’re someone who regularly tries to understand people’s emotions and help those in need, you might consider yourself to be an empathetic and compassionate person. But, although these words are ...

Why do so many of us struggle to show kindness to ourselves, even though we’re quick to extend it to others? The answer typically lies in our upbringing, culture, and beliefs—many of which have ...

Feeling really, truly good about yourself may seem like a straightforward goal, but it's actually the result of developing both self-compassion and confidence. Building the latter usually means ...