Anne Lamott is an American teacher, speaker, and author of numerous novels and nonfiction books. Her writings and teachings cover subjects such as faith, Christianity, and sobriety.
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A pioneering psychologist reveals how three powerful emotions are the surest path to attaining your goals. Grit, the ability to persevere against all odds, is widely recognized as the key to success.
There’s a dark side to feeling the emotions of other people. In some cases, it can even lead to cruelty, aggression, and distress.
Be kind, show understanding, do good—but, some scientists say, don’t try to feel others’ pain.
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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Compassion is an essential element in society and is vital to the survival of the human race.
Compassion research is at a tipping point: Overwhelming evidence suggests compassion is good for our health and good for the world.
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Think humans are born selfish? Think again. Dacher Keltner reveals the compassionate side to human nature.
Compassion is both innate and a trainable skill that can be cultivated to counter burnout. Based on the scientific principles of neuroplasticity, epigenetics, and inborn basic goodness, Dr.
The Buddhist practice of mindfulness first caught on in the West when we began to understand its many practical benefits. Now Thupten Jinpa, Ph.D., introduces a practice with even greater life-changing power: compassion.
Research has found that incorporating compassion into your leadership strategy can increase productivity and happiness.