A new study shows that a 20-second daily habit, when practiced in a certain way, leads to greater self-compassion and lower mental health symptoms over six-months.

Self-compassion is thought of as giving yourself the same compassion you'd give others. That means that self-compassion involves comforting and taking care of yourself. Joy Johnson, LCSW, author of ...

Research suggests that having self-compassion can have more impact on your mental health than you might think.

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 ...

Self-confidence is the foundation of a fulfilling life. When we believe in ourselves, we are more likely to take on new challenges, pursue our goals and maintain a positive outlook on life. However, ...

Some people find it easy to be kind, until they have to turn that compassion inward. Here are the signs you might be lacking in self-compassion. It’s not at all an uncommon experience to be deeply ...