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 ...

Heather Burkett-Ocasio is the creator and host of the #GoLoveYourself Brunch, a luxury empowerment event designed to celebrate women through connection, inspiration, and joy. She joined us today along ...

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, ...

As people set fresh goals, a growing chorus in mental health urges a shift ...

A new study suggests that loving-kindness and compassion meditation may be linked to lower anxiety over time, not just ...

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 ...

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 ...

Why are activists, who are so passionate about their social justice work, so often burned out by those very causes? We don’t often think about activism as a form of labor, but it is. Research on the ...