Calm
4 Ways to Overcome Self-Defeating Thoughts
Self-criticism and low self-worth can hold us back. Here’s how to start banishing those negative beliefs. Read More 
Self-Compassion
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How to Free Yourself from Your Personal Stories
An effective mindfulness practice for working with self-stories so you don’t get so caught up in yourself that you miss the irreplaceable moments happening right in front of you. Read More
Compassion
How Self-Compassion Can Help Teens De-stress
Teen stress is on the rise. According to a new study, learning mindfulness and self-compassion can help teens cope. Read More
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Take a Mindful Selfie: Self-Compassion for the Modern Age
When close to three-quarters of us have smartphones, and at least a third of the pictures taken are selfies, here’s how to take a snapshot of self-directed kindness when times are tough. Read More
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How to Grow from Your Regrets
According to a new study, self-compassion may help us benefit from regret rather than wallowing in it. Read More
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Why Self-Compassion is the New Mindfulness
When we have trouble being vulnerable, "self-compassion" can seem like "self-indulgence." But fessing up to when we fall short can bring out our best, happiest, selves. Read More
Compassion
How Mindfulness Can Help Us Forgive Betrayal
According to a new study, mindful people are more likely to overcome the emotional turmoil and pain of infidelity. Read More
Calm
How to Avoid the Trap of Self-Improvement
Recognize the inner critic who wants nothing to do with compassion. Read More
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Don’t Fall into the Self-Esteem Trap: Try a Little Self-Kindness
Striving for self-esteem is about trying hard to feel special, above average. It’s absurd. We don’t need to feel extra-special or over the top. We need to touch who we really are in any given moment. Read More
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Taste a Little Self-Compassion
A recent study shows how self-compassion reduced bingeing and eating concerns—plus a mindfulness practice to build self-compassion every day. Read More
