Compassion
Articles about compassion and self-compassion providing you with the latest insights coming out of the research into compassion.
What is Forgiveness? (+9 Science-Based Benefits)
If forgiveness is divine, does one need to be a saint? Forgiveness is the stuff of everyday heroes, the ultimate measure of internal peace. It [...]
20 Reasons Why Compassion Is So Important in Psychology
Compassion is as vital to life as the air we breathe. For in the absence of compassion, how many benevolent, selfless and heroic deeds would [...]
How to Practice Self-Compassion: 8 Techniques and Tips
Have you ever lost your temper at…yourself? Blamed and then beat yourself up a little inside for doing something you regret? Maybe you’ve been harsh [...]
What is Mindful Self-Compassion? (Incl. Exercises + PDF)
When we talk about mindfulness, there are a number of thoughts that come to mind. We know it’s about building our own sense of self-awareness, [...]
The Self-Compassion Scale and Test (Incl. PDF)
Whether we like it or not, life is full of ups and downs. The human experience is often peppered with uncomfortable or unpleasant experiences and [...]
What is Kindness in Psychology? (Incl. Activities + Quotes)
How have you shown kindness to someone today? How has someone else been kind to you? With the increased acknowledgment that bullying behavior is a [...]
12 Best Compassion Training Exercises & Activities
In this article, you will learn about cultivating compassion through training and how compassion can be measured. We’ll also discuss some of the ways you [...]
Compassion in the Workplace: 9+ Examples & Tips for Leaders
Compassion comes from a Latin word that means “co-suffering.” Compassion has always secured a firm place in almost all religious practices. The Dalai Lama, one [...]
Can Random Acts of Kindness Increase Wellbeing? (+ 22 Ideas)
The phrase “random acts of kindness” (RAK) is relatively well known and has been shared all over the world. When you consider the times when [...]
What Is Self-Compassion and What Is Self-Love?
You’ve probably heard about the importance of loving yourself, forgiving yourself, and treating yourself with compassion. But is it really that vital? Can’t you get [...]
