Articles: Stress and Self-Compassion
By Jeremy Adam Smith | March 28, 2012Stress is the problem, says Robert Sapolsky. Is Kristin Neff's idea of self-compassion the solution?
Tag: Self-compassion
Tag: Self-compassion
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Articles: The Power of Self-Compassion
By Jason Marsh | March 14, 2012Kristin Neff discusses how self-compassion differs from self-esteem, why self-compassion can be hard for Americans, and the transformative effect it had on her own life--part of Greater Good's podcast series.
Videos and Podcasts: Kristin Neff on the Power of Self-Compassion
By Jason Marsh | March 13, 2012The pioneering researcher and author of Self-Compassion explains why it’s OK to accept your faults and be kind to yourself.
Raising Happiness: Is Marital Bliss Sexist?
By Christine Carter | March 3, 2012A brief Q&A with myself.
Articles: Just One Thing: Make the Offering
By Rick Hanson | February 22, 2012The world doesn't always want our gifts. Give anyway, says Rick Hanson.
Articles: Just One Thing: Don’t Throw Darts
By Rick Hanson | December 6, 2011Pain is inevitable but suffering is optional, explains Rick Hanson.
Articles: Self-Compassion Eases the Pain of a Divorce
By Melissa Janson | December 2, 2011A new study suggests how people can heal from the end of their marriage.
Articles: Just One Thing: Have Compassion For Yourself
By Rick Hanson | November 8, 2011Responding to another person's suffering is hard; responding to our own suffering can be harder. Rick Hanson explains how to foster self-compassion.
Articles: Why Self-Compassion Trumps Self-Esteem
By Kristin Neff | May 27, 2011Researcher Kristin Neff reveals the benefits of going easy on yourself: less anxiety, less conflict, and more peace of mind.
Articles: Just One Thing: Drop the Case
By Rick Hanson | April 19, 2011Have you built a "case" against someone who wronged you? Rick Hanson explains how to let it go.
Articles: What Movies Make You Happy?
By Jeremy Adam Smith | September 1, 2009Jeremy Adam Smith shares the 10 films that inspire and elevate him. What are yours?
Raising Happiness: How To Make Your Kid into a Perfectionist
By Christine Carter | September 3, 2008
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Lessons in Creativity from Caine’s Arcade
May 1, 2012The latest viral video sensation is more than a portrait of a cute and creative kid. It's a guide to how we can nurture kids' imagination.
Is Happiness Selfish?
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