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Self-Compassion
The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
Book • 2011
This book offers expert advice on how to limit self-criticism and offset its negative effects, enabling readers to achieve their highest potential and a more contented, fulfilled life.
Dr. Neff provides practical exercises and action plans based on state-of-the-art research, helping readers deal with various emotionally debilitating struggles such as parenting, weight loss, and everyday challenges.
The book emphasizes the importance of self-compassion over self-esteem, promoting emotional resilience, personal growth, and a deeper sense of inner peace and happiness.
Dr. Neff provides practical exercises and action plans based on state-of-the-art research, helping readers deal with various emotionally debilitating struggles such as parenting, weight loss, and everyday challenges.
The book emphasizes the importance of self-compassion over self-esteem, promoting emotional resilience, personal growth, and a deeper sense of inner peace and happiness.
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for those struggling with self-compassion.

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and 

as a key figure in self-compassion research and author of several books on the topic.

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How to Quiet Your Inner Critic with Dr. Kristin Neff
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as the author of the books and the guest of the podcast.


Dan Harris

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when discussing rewiring the brain for safety and self-compassion.

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as her book on self-compassion.


Kristin Neff

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to illustrate the importance of self-compassion in navigating dating challenges.

Amie Leadingham

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as a resource for self-compassion techniques in parenting.

Robyn Gobbel

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Recommended by Dr. Emily Musgrove as a helpful resource for understanding self-compassion in the context of grief.

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Dr Emily - Grief Lightening
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as the book written by the podcast guest, 

, detailing her work on self-compassion.


Peter Attia


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as an expert on self-compassion, providing a three-step process for managing difficult emotions.


Dan Harris

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as a resource for ambitious entrepreneurs to build resilience.

Manny Vaya

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as the author of the books discussed in the podcast.

Lee C. Camp

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207: Unabridged Interview: Kristin Neff
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and John Walker, highlighting her significant contributions to self-compassion research.


Patrick Healy

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21 - Jon Walker on Self-Compassion for Learning, Performance, and Joy
Recommended to take a look at her work on self-compassion.

Overcoming Depression: Causes, Interventions, Mindfulness, and Depressed Mood
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as a book by the guest 

, who is an expert in self-compassion.


Lisa Bilyeu


Kristin Neff

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as a research-backed guide to overcoming self-criticism and building resilience.


Brian Johnson

Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
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as the author of the book and a guest on the podcast.


Dan Harris

Self-Compassion Ain’t Always Soft | Kristin Neff
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for coaches or anyone pursuing something hard.


Shaka Smart

Episode 363: Shaka Smart on How to Grow through Losing and Knowing What’s Enough Part 2
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as the author of the book, highlighting her work on self-compassion.


Spencer Greenberg

Why is self-compassion so hard? (with Kristin Neff)