Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff

Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff

Kristin Neff, Ph.D., says that it's time to "stop beating yourself up and leave insecurity behind." Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind offers expert advice on how to limit self-criticism and offset its negative effects, enabling you to achieve your highest potential and a more contented, fulfilled life through the power of self-compassion.

More and more, psychologists are turning away from an emphasis on self-esteem and moving toward self-compassion in the treatment of their patients--and Dr. Neff's extraordinary book offers exercises and action plans for dealing with every emotionally debilitating struggle, be it parenting, weight loss, or any of the numerous trials of everyday living.  

Based on her groundbreaking research, Dr. Neff presents a guide to navigating life's challenges and fostering emotional resilience:

• An Alternative to Self-Esteem: Discover why moving from self-esteem to self-compassion is the key to counteracting the negative effects of self-criticism and leaving insecurity behind.
• Mindfulness Practices: Learn simple exercises and action plans for dealing with emotionally debilitating struggles, from parenting and weight loss to the numerous trials of everyday living.
• The Power of Self-Kindness: Understand how to stop beating yourself up and actively comfort yourself in moments of pain, fostering positive mind-states like happiness and optimism.
• Tools for Personal Growth: Build the confidence needed to achieve your highest potential by embracing the full human experience, difficult as it is, and finally letting go of unrealistic expectations.

Kristin Neff, PhD, is a practitioner of Insight Meditation and an Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin. Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Good to Yourself is her book. She was a true pioneer in the field, identifying self-compassion as a quantitative quality over 15 years ago, and there are now over a thousand published research on its advantages. Kristin is a cofounder of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion and speaks and teaches self-compassion seminars all over the world. In addition to her study, she has created Mindful Self-Compassion, an eight-week curriculum that teaches self-compassion skills.

Thousands of people have participated in the program, which she co-created with her colleague Chris Germer. The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook, co-authored by Kristin and Chris, was an instant bestseller. Self-compassion.org has further information.