When you make a mistake, do you accept it as a learning point without self-criticism or beating yourself up? And when others make mistakes or don’t succeed, how do you speak to them? Most of the time, ...

The positive effects of self-compassion have been extensively researched. In brief: It promotes self-understanding, enhances perspective-taking, reduces rumination, increases cognitive flexibility, ...

Fiona-Lee has shared "Not My Friends", the latest song lifted from her upcoming second EP, Every Woman. "Not My Friends" ...

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

It’s late in the afternoon when the knock comes on the office door. A parent has arrived, visibly upset about a decision made earlier in the day. As you speak with them, their voice tightens. Your own ...

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.

Feeling really, truly good about yourself may seem like a straightforward goal, but it's actually the result of developing both self-compassion and confidence. Building the latter usually means ...

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 ...

Welcome to my third column as part of the Real Talks with SOSAD Ireland well-being series. Each week I will outline a different mental skill that can help you to live a happier, healthier, and more ...

A recent study published in the journal Mindfulness suggests that treating oneself with kindness is linked to a preference ...

As an executive coach focused on leadership strategy and emotional intelligence, I've witnessed a consistent pattern: The very traits that propel high-potential male leaders up the corporate ladder ...