Amelia Chapman of Mind Body Amore makes the case that self-compassion is the ultimate self-care, especially for our nervous system.

A new study found that those who have more compassion for themselves when facing a setback actually had higher success in self-control. Can’t fight the craving? Don’t beat yourself up instead. Losing ...

“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.

Many parents find that raising an autistic child is an incredible privilege, bringing about positive experiences such as increased family closeness, personal growth, and expanded social networks.

Embracing the natural rhythm of one's body, akin to Ikebana's irregular beauty, can lead to acceptance and resilience. A ...

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 ...

Thirteen year-old Alita told me she knew there was something wrong with her—something that made her “less than.” She felt that, somehow, she was “marked” and deeply unacceptable—even ugly—inside. She ...

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 ...

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Heather Burkett-Ocasio is the creator and host of the #GoLoveYourself Brunch, a luxury empowerment event designed to celebrate women through connection, inspiration, and joy. She joined us today along ...