This website provides information about self-compassion, and is intended for students, researchers, and the general public. Dr. Kristin Neff received her Ph.D. in Human Development from the University of California at Berkeley in 1997, and she is now an Associate Professor in Human Development at the University of Texas at Austin. Her primary research interests center on self-concept development, specifically the development of self-compassion.

What is self-compassion? Definition of self-compassion The three elements of self-compassion What self-compassion is not Self-compassion versus self-esteem Presentations on self-compassion (power-point) Basic concepts Research Comparing self-compassion and self-esteem How self-compassionate are you? Exercises to increase self-compassion Guided self-compassion meditations (MP3) Compassionate Body Scan More guided meditations to be added soon! Self-compassion Research Lab Research chapters and articles on self compassion Self-Compassion Scales for researchers Long Version Short Version Upcoming lectures and workshops Suggested readings Links to other websites Contact us