With guidance, her anger could become a force for good. I’ve since begun teaching Neff’s Fierce Self-Compassion program, ...

Try saying “I love myself,” or “I am worthy of love,” aloud. How does it feel to express that? Most people report feeling awkward and having difficulty connecting to those sentiments at the gut level.

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 ...

Many times people don't recognize, in the moment, when self-compassion would help them. The beauty of self-compassion is that it helps us both feel better and do better. It can be very helpful for ...

“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.

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 ...

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

Self-compassion, or being kind to yourself, is the foundation of any lasting change. If that word is hard for you to digest, you’re not alone. I recently attended a conference where a speaker proposed ...

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 ...

Self-esteem has become a hot topic in recent years, and for good reason. Having a healthy self-esteem is crucial for tackling life's challenges with confidence and resilience. According to Harvard ...