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16 Compassion Focused Therapy Training Exercises and Worksheets

By Courtney E. Ackerman — 2021

Compassion gets a lot of attention in positive psychology, and for good reason – it’s a major concern of many religious and philosophical leaders, including the Dalai Lama and Pope Francis.

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The Science of Compassion

The field of compassion science has surged in the past decade as researchers are studying a myriad of powerful ways compassion practices can improve health and strengthen relationships.

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Amanda Tust
2020
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The Transformative Effects of Mindful Self-Compassion

Leading experts on mindful self-compassion Drs. Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer share how self-kindness, recognition of our humanity, and mindfulness give us the strength to thrive.

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Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer
2019
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Personalize Your Loving-Kindness Meditation

Self-compassion is one of the greatest gifts you can offer yourself. Use this guide to craft loving-kindness phrases that feel meaningful for you.

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Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer
2019
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Breathing Compassion In and Out

Kristin Neff guides us through a twenty-minute compassion meditation, first directing kind phrases to ourselves and then to others.

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Kristin Neff
2018
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Too Hard on Yourself? Why a Little Self-Compassion Can Take You a Long Way

Let’s face it, if there’s one thing many of us are good at, it is beating up on ourselves. Despite how kind we can be to those around us in difficult moments, many people can be outright cruel to themselves. Let's change that.

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Margie Warrell
2018
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Why Self-Compassion Trumps Self-Esteem

Researcher Kristin Neff reveals the benefits of going easy on yourself: less anxiety, less conflict, and more peace of mind.

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Kristin Neff
2011
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Why Women Need Fierce Self-Compassion

Compassion isn’t always soft and gentle; sometimes it means being forceful and fierce.

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Kristin Neff
2018
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The Five Myths of Self-Compassion

Kristin Neff tackles the misconceptions that stop us from being kinder to ourselves.

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Kristin Neff
2015
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Why Self-Compassion Works Better Than Self-Esteem

Boosting your ego won’t make you feel better. Instead, try talking to yourself like you would your best friend.

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Olga Khazan
2016
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