Self-Compassion

Excellent!

I bought for someone and they liked it.

I wish I had known this when I was in my twenties, i could have lived a different quality life. Anyways, better late than never. I am sure this understanding is going to help me for the rest of my life. Thanks Kristin Neff.

This is what I needed in my life. I feel I should have read it long back but better late than never.

Good book.

If you struggle with persistent anxiety in your life stemming from comparison with others, this is the book for you.

This book was life changing for me. i would recommend for anyone to read it.the logic might sound too simple but it is a well researched book.it would definitely help people with a history of abuse,trauma or those who tend to blame themselves for everything.it helps you to be responsible about your feelings yet compassionate.

Book is in good condition .

For the past four months, I have been diligently practicing mindfulness and accepting my emotions, even showing compassion for emotions such as anger and fear. The approach of self-compassion complements mindfulness training (as taught by Jon Kabat-Zinn or Thich Nhat Hahn among others) very, very well indeed. In fact, it seems that our society cultivates the exact opposite, going hard on one's self and evaluating one's self in an overly critical manner is the norm. In practicing these principles, I have emerged from year long depression and anxiety to regain my life. These techniques have helped see the gift of my depression and anxiety. Through practicing the wisdom of self-compassion and mindfulness diligently I have begun to find true strength, beyond the complement-recognition-dependent limitations of self-esteem. When did we stop being as understanding, compassionate, caring and loving to ourselves as we are to those we love dearly? How can we recharge ourselves after working so hard at our jobs and trying so very hard to do everything right? Our inner critic, it seems, is never satisfied and continues to find fault although we have long earned recognition. Apart from that we are as perfect as we were the day we were born - when did we stop seeing ourselves in that light? Herein lies the rub, for in neglecting, punishing and criticizing ourselves, we are compelled to try to fill this empty void through excessive consumption of food, products, relationships, attention-seeking. The result is catastrophic, despite rampant consumption and the destruction of the environment, depression and mental illness are on the rise! Our inner critic continues to devour any praise and complements our self-esteem gets - if we turn the tables as Kristen Neff suggests, the result is the kind of profound, lasting change we have been wanting all our lives and it is painfully simple! Each and every one of us deserves this. Kristen Neff has done a very thorough job of presenting this invaluable wisdom as practiced, among other sources, in the Buddhist Tradition (it is also conveyed in many other faiths, philosophies etc.). She does so in a very human, humorous and enjoyable manner, which makes this book a true pleasure to read. If you are devoted to improving your life experience and that of those you love, please begin by accepting and loving yourself - flaws and all - then you can unleash your true power as a compassionate, loving, accepting being and genuinely help your loved ones, society and the world all in one. May the wisdom of this book help many to heal themselves, the rest will take care of itself.

This book is great but I like the author's new book on burnout more because I find it a bit more relevant to today's problems, clearer and more concise, and updated with the author's newer concepts of tender and fierce concepts of self compassion.

This book has some revolutionary ideas, I can’t believe how something so simple can be so effective. I’ve been able to mindfully practice self compassion for a few weeks now and it has changed my life and my outlook on life. The book is beautifully written and it’s just such a joy to read. It has also mentioned another book, on nonviolent communication which I now practice too in conjunction to self compassion. Im so grateful for this book!

Got the book in a bad condition The cover of the book is wrinkled and torn in some places For this price it’s very bad quality

It is the kindest gentlest book I've ever read, it is nicer to me than I've ever been to myself! And that is basically the idea behind self-compassion. The hard part is putting it into practice! Easy to read and keeps your interest; definitely not one of those new age psychology books that just has you thinking positively and telling you that putting on your rose colored glasses is the secret to being happy. That's the great part, this book give you permission to be sad, and give yourself a hug and tell yourself that things really suck right now but it will be OK, while most of our self talk usually just tell us to "get over it.. and fast"....it's so mean when you think about it! Also, I've found that this book has made me more compassionate towards strangers, and a better friend to those who are going through a hard time themselves. It is not the end all strategy, but definitely a powerful tool to have in your in your tool kit for life.