When I was a new mother, I had a really hard time peeling myself away to go to a yoga class or a short run. I felt selfish for exercising, and guilty for finding a moment’s peace in shavasana. But ...

The final exam period tends to be one of the most stressful times of the year, making it one of the best times to practice self-compassion. Self-compassion is marked by how we graciously relate to ...

Self-confidence is the foundation of a fulfilling life. When we believe in ourselves, we are more likely to take on new challenges, pursue our goals and maintain a positive outlook on life. However, ...

Sometimes it's easy to get caught in a rut of negative thinking. You're most vulnerable to this type of thinking during periods of stress or sleep deprivation. But there's a way to fight the negative ...

Small bursts of mindfulness practices lasting a minute or less can have unexpected benefits for those with busy lives - ...

To be truly compassionate toward others, do we first have to be compassionate toward ourselves? Some researchers have suggested that these two types of compassion are linked, although this might not ...