It's difficult to be around someone who tends to whine. "I can't get a break." "Wow, you're lucky. My kids never call. Must be nice." "My ex took my best years, and I'll never get them back." Whining ...

While we may have heard that it’s important to treat ourselves with kindness, sometimes this is easier said than done, especially when we’re under stress. When we’re facing challenging circumstances, ...

Self-compassion is the ongoing practice of relating to yourself kindly and fairly. It is especially helpful during times of stress and suffering. Self-compassion is not kicking yourself when you’re ...

Try saying “I love myself,” or “I am worthy of love,” aloud. How does it feel to express that? Most people report feeling awkward and having difficulty connecting to those sentiments at the gut level.