Self-compassion's energy extends outward, seeing your past self from today's perspective, while self-pity is backward-looking ...

Show yourself real self-kindness in less than 10 minutes with this self-compassion break guided by psychologist Kristin Neff. Show yourself real self-kindness in less than 10 minutes with this ...

The final exam period tends to be one of the most stressful times of the year, making it one of the best times to practice self-compassion. Self-compassion is marked by how we graciously relate to ...

Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and self-doubt. We explore a practice to help quiet our inner critic with kindness. Description: Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and ...

Self-compassion is thought of as giving yourself the same compassion you'd give others. That means that self-compassion involves comforting and taking care of yourself. Joy Johnson, LCSW, author of ...

Year-end goal-setting doesn’t require more pressure. Learn how compassion helps you reflect clearly, set aligned goals, and ...

Daily practices can literally rewire your brain to feel more joy. A behavioral psychiatrist tells us how. Small daily actions—like showing kindness, finding humor, and stepping outside—can activate ...

Joelle K. Jay, Ph.D., is an award-winning executive coach, LRI Director and author: The Inner Edge: The 10 Practices of Personal Leadership. Being a leader is hard work. You are the one who chooses ...

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