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 ...

Refugees who practiced self-compassion were found to experience significantly less depression and anxiety than those who did not, in a study by scientists at the University of California (UC), San ...

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 ...

We’ve all been here before. You’re waiting in the lobby for a job interview or preparing for an important team meeting. You felt confident earlier. But, as the clock ticks... We’ve all been here ...

The Mindfulness in Medicine Toolkit offers resources for you to practice mindfulness together as a team or on your own. This list of resources includes step-by-step instructions for leading or ...

A new study explored whether practicing self-compassion -- or treating oneself with the same care and kindness that people typically offer to their loved ones -- helps people become more resilient to ...

Can’t fight the craving? Don’t beat yourself up instead. Losing weight can be hard when high-calorie snacks and junk food are so easily accessible and affordable, making it easy to overeat or fall off ...

Do you find yourself being harshly self-critical after you’ve made a mistake or failed to meet a personal goal? Familiar self-statements might be: “I can’t seem to do anything right!” or “I’m just not ...

Last week, we discussed how love isn't just about the easy moments — it's about expanding our circle, particularly during challenging times. But before we reach outward, we should ask: how often do we ...

During a recent assignment, a reporter learned the basics of calligraphy — and with it, how to practice self-compassion. By Jenny Gross Jenny Gross attended a calligraphy class in London. Times ...