A study of teens shows how motivation, compassion, courage, and school safety shape confidence and resilience in students.

A Norwegian eighth-grader can feel like they’re doing fine at school, safe enough in the hallways, and still carry a quiet story about themselves that shifts depending on whether they are a boy or a ...

Coming out of quarantine can excite and even motivate many of us to finally take that first step toward change. Conversely, the pressure of these new goals can also cause anxiety, worry, and harsh ...

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

This great R.E.M. song, “Everybody Hurts,” reminds us that life can be full of pain and hurt. We all experience a range of ups and downs in this messy life; excitement, love, joy, frustrations, ...

Some people find it easy to be kind, until they have to turn that compassion inward. Here are the signs you might be lacking in self-compassion. It’s not at all an uncommon experience to be deeply ...

It’s no secret that educators and school leaders endure a lot of stress, from managing classroom and school communities to monitoring staff and student morale. When that stress mounts, negative ...

The final exam period tends to be one of the most stressful times of the year, making it one of the best times to practice self-compassion. Self-compassion is marked by how we graciously relate to ...

Scientists have a problem studying self-love. Research abounds on self-compassion, self-esteem, self-care, and even unconditional positive self-regard. Scholars have published definitions of these ...

Self-love can improve many aspects of your life, including your health and relationships with others, Heather Loeb writes.

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 ...

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 ...