In a world clouded by a widespread lack of empathy, injustice, and suffering, the notion of self-compassion can seem distant. Even those with an innate tendency towards compassion may struggle to ...

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 ...

To be truly compassionate toward others, do we first have to be compassionate toward ourselves? Some researchers have suggested that these two types of compassion are linked, although this might not ...

Professional burnout can significantly impact individuals and organizations. Fortunately, there are compassion-focused strategies to alleviate and prevent professional burnout, such as developing a ...