Many of us when approaching a new habit or setting goals for ourselves tend to lean mostly into discipline and willpower.

Fiona-Lee has shared "Not My Friends", the latest song lifted from her upcoming second EP, Every Woman. "Not My Friends" ...

When you make a mistake, do you accept it as a learning point without self-criticism or beating yourself up? And when others make mistakes or don’t succeed, how do you speak to them? Most of the time, ...

The positive effects of self-compassion have been extensively researched. In brief: It promotes self-understanding, enhances perspective-taking, reduces rumination, increases cognitive flexibility, ...

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 ...

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 ...

A recent study published in the journal Mindfulness suggests that the way people treat themselves during difficult times is ...

Self-compassion is the care we offer ourselves when we make mistakes or embarrass ourselves. Heather Bjur tells us why we need to stop being harsh and give ourselves a break.

As an executive coach focused on leadership strategy and emotional intelligence, I've witnessed a consistent pattern: The very traits that propel high-potential male leaders up the corporate ladder ...

A Norwegian eighth-grader can feel like they’re doing fine at school, safe enough in the hallways, and still carry a quiet story about themselves that shifts depending on whether they are a boy or a ...

Losing someone you love can shake the soul. Specialists explain how to move through grief with self-compassion, understanding, and emotional strength ...