When people write to me about the difficulties they're facing, the most common theme is that of negative self-judgment. They don't feel worthy of their own self-compassion. Their inner critics are so ...

To cope with stress, sadness, or those annoying feelings of being “stuck,” you could meditate, journal, talk to a therapist, or call a friend — all tried and true ways to help yourself feel better.

Compassion has been shown to improve well-being across multiple settings. While the link between self-compassion and well-being is well-established, findings on compassion for others have been more ...