The Transformative Power of Self

Key points

It's no secret that we all experience suffering, vulnerability, unease, and difficult times in our lives.

Self-compassion means much more than not criticizing yourself.

Over 4,000 journal articles have been published on self-compassion in the last 20 years.

A growing body of research links self-compassion with interpersonal well-being and connections with others.

You may think you know everything you need to know about self-compassion, but after reading this article, you may decide to rethink your understanding. For example, you might be surprised to learn that over 4,000 journal articles have been published on self-compassion in the last 20 years. This groundbreaking work has been spearheaded by pioneering psychologist Kristin Neff, Ph.D. (2023).

What is self-compassion