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Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental health benefits. This research – ongoing, ...

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 ...

Sometimes it’s easy to get caught in a rut of negative thinking. You’re most vulnerable to this type of thinking during periods of stress or sleep deprivation. But there’s a way to fight the negative ...

When leaders actively practice compassion toward themselves, it benefits both them and their employees. That doubly rewarding finding comes in a new study co-authored by Sue Ashford, a professor of ...

The transition to parenthood is challenging for all parents but is particularly hard on mothers who are recovering from pregnancy and birth. This recovery often takes place behind the scenes of ...