Why do so many of us struggle to show kindness to ourselves, even though we’re quick to extend it to others? The answer typically lies in our upbringing, culture, and beliefs—many of which have ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Many of us when approaching a new habit or setting goals for ourselves tend to lean mostly into discipline and willpower.

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 ...

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