Remember “tough love”? It was all the rage in the ‘80s and legitimized unkind or even cruel behaviors in pursuit of persuading a loved one to change their behavior. “Positive narratives of tough love ...

You get the best from others by treating them with respect and caring. What if that's the way to get the best from yourself ...

“Self-compassion isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being perfectly human.” That’s how Kristin Neff, PhD, puts it, and if anyone knows about the power (and pitfalls) of self-kindness, it’s her. But ...

For many people, the December holiday season brings an impressively mixed bag of emotional experience that can range from the beautiful to the brutal, and includes varying shades of joy and sorrow, ...

Valentine’s Day often centers around external displays of love and connection. But what about the love that matters most? The one you give yourself. This season provides an opportunity to shift focus ...

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 ...

Life can often feel overwhelming, with daily pressures from relationships, finances, and world events piling up. Anxiety tends to make matters worse, especially when we struggle to identify exactly ...

Thanksgiving week often brings a mix of joy and chaos. Between work deadlines, holiday preparations, and family commitments, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Balancing productivity with personal ...

Self-compassion is the care we offer ourselves when we make mistakes or embarrass ourselves. Heather Bjur tells us why we need to stop being harsh and give ourselves a break.