This website provides information about self-compassion,
and is intended for students, researchers, and the general public.
Dr. Kristin Neff is an Associate Professor in Human Development and Culture at the University of Texas at Austin.
Biographical Information
What is Self-Compassion
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Self-Compassion - The Book
The relentless search for high self-esteem has become a virtual religion; and a tyrannical one at that. Our competitive culture tells us we need to be special and above average to feel good about ourselves, but we can’t all be above average at the same time. There is always someone richer, more attractive, or successful than we are. And even when we do manage to feel self-esteem for one golden moment, we can’t hold on to it. Our sense of self-worth bounces around like a ping-pong ball, rising and falling in lock-step with our latest success or failure. Fortunately, there is an alternative to self-esteem that many psychologists believe is a better and more effective path to happiness: self-compassion. Self-Compassion in the Press |
The Horse Boy
Learn about Kristin's journey with autism, horses and healing:
