Self-compassion refers to being supportive toward oneself when experiencing suffering or
pain—be it caused by personal mistakes and inadequacies or external life challenges. This …

The concept, benefits and recommendations for the cultivation of compassion have been
recognized in the contemplative traditions for thousands of years. In the last 30 years or so …

This article presents a measure of compassion for others called the Compassion Scale (CS),
which is based on Neff's theoretical model of self-compassion. Compassion was …

Objectives The purpose of this research was to create two state measures of self-
compassion based on the Self-Compassion Scale (SCS): an 18-item State Self-Compassion …

Objective Scientific research into compassion has burgeoned over the past 20 years and
interventions aiming to cultivate compassion towards self and others have been developed …

Background Over the last 20 years, compassion focused therapy (CFT) has gained
popularity as an emerging 'third wave'intervention. Although previous reviews indicated its …

This study examined the factor structure of the Self-Compassion Scale (SCS) using
secondary data drawn from 20 samples (N= 11,685)—7 English and 13 non-English …

Compassion has become a major focus for international research in prosocial behaviour.
This paper explores the evolutionary origins of caring and how recently evolved cognitive …

This is the authoritative guide to conducting the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program,
which provides powerful tools for coping with life challenges and enhancing emotional well …

The coronavirus pandemic has exposed healthcare professionals to suffering and stressful
working conditions. The aim of this study was to analyze professional quality of life among …