This great R.E.M. song, “Everybody Hurts,” reminds us that life can be full of pain and hurt. We all experience a range of ups and downs in this messy life; excitement, love, joy, frustrations, ...

In summary, the study shows that simple habits—like noticing your thoughts and being kind to yourself—can make a big difference in mental health. Practicing these skills may help protect you from ...

While our culture may whisper that self-fulfillment and personal happiness are life’s highest goal, Jesus continues to show us a better way. Compassion International helps Christian parents build ...

Cultivating self-compassion can actually help you cope better with life’s struggles. By Christina Caron If a friend is struggling with a big challenge or feels defeated, it’s usually our first ...

Try saying “I love myself,” or “I am worthy of love,” aloud. How does it feel to express that? Most people report feeling awkward and having difficulty connecting to those sentiments at the gut level.

Refugees who practiced self-compassion were found to experience significantly less depression and anxiety than those who did not, in a study by scientists at the University of California (UC), San ...

Katie Sparks has previously received funding for her doctoral studies from the Economic and Social Research Council. Over the past couple of weeks, millions around the world have witnessed the ...