When you make a mistake, do you accept it as a learning point without self-criticism or beating yourself up? And when others make mistakes or don’t succeed, how do you speak to them? Most of the time, ...

The positive effects of self-compassion have been extensively researched. In brief: It promotes self-understanding, enhances perspective-taking, reduces rumination, increases cognitive flexibility, ...

It’s late in the afternoon when the knock comes on the office door. A parent has arrived, visibly upset about a decision made earlier in the day. As you speak with them, their voice tightens. Your own ...

Cultivating self-compassion can actually help you cope better with life’s struggles. By Christina Caron If a friend is struggling with a big challenge or feels defeated, it’s usually our first ...

Scholar Dr. Kristin Neff defines self-compassion as "giv[ing] ourselves the same kindness and support we'd give to a good friend." Leadership is no joke. Whether you are a team leader at a small local ...

Thirteen year-old Alita told me she knew there was something wrong with her—something that made her “less than.” She felt that, somehow, she was “marked” and deeply unacceptable—even ugly—inside. She ...

As an executive coach focused on leadership strategy and emotional intelligence, I've witnessed a consistent pattern: The very traits that propel high-potential male leaders up the corporate ladder ...

Welcome to my third column as part of the Real Talks with SOSAD Ireland well-being series. Each week I will outline a different mental skill that can help you to live a happier, healthier, and more ...

Why bypassing emotions like empathy is not great for your emotional growth and can lead to burnout, and what you can do instead. Why you should stop relying on self-discipline and do this instead ...