Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself

Dr. Kristin Neff

Harper Collins, Apr 19, 2011 - Self-Help - 320 pages

Kristin Neff, Ph.D., says that it’s time to “stop beating yourself up and leave insecurity behind.” Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind offers expert advice on how to limit self-criticism and offset its negative effects, enabling you to achieve your highest potential and a more contented, fulfilled life.

More and more, psychologists are turning away from an emphasis on self-esteem and moving toward self-compassion in the treatment of their patients—and Dr. Neff’s extraordinary book offers exercises and action plans for dealing with every emotionally debilitating struggle, be it parenting, weight loss, or any of the numerous trials of everyday living.  

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User Review  - Kronomlo - LibraryThing

So much is said about Western culture being one of rampant narcissism, "me me me", etc. But neuroticism, self-hatred, and the like, is the other side of the coin that does not get discussed quite as ...

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i couldnt finish the book

About the author

Kristin Neff, Ph.D., is an associate professor in human development at the University of Texas at Austin. A pioneer who first established self-compassion as a field of study almost a decade ago, Dr. Neff gives lectures on self-compassion internationally and conducts workshops for those who want to learn more about developing self-compassion.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
• Author: Dr. Kristin Neff
• Publisher: Harper Collins, 2011
• ISBN: 0062079174, 9780062079176
• Length: 320 pages
• Subjects: Self-Help / Affirmations; Self-Help / Personal Growth / Happiness; Self-Help / Personal Growth / Self-Esteem