About the Author

Kristin Neff is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research and is an associate professor of educational psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. She has written numerous academic articles and is the author of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself. In conjunction with her colleague Dr. Chris Germer, she developed Mindful Self-Compassion, a training program taught by thousands of teachers worldwide, and coauthored the Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook, Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout, and Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program: A Guide for Professionals.

Reviews

"This is an important book. Following its advice can free readers from the chains of self-criticism and replace them with the wings of self-encouragement." - Steven Stosny, Ph.D., author of Love Without Hurt
"This is an important book. Following its advice can free readers from the chains of self-criticism and replace them with the wings of self-encouragement." - Steven Stosny, Ph.D., author of Love Without Hurt
"Brilliant! Self-compassion is a revolutionary new idea-a better idea-pioneered by the author, Kristin Neff, with profound implications for how to live our lives." - Christopher K. Germer, Ph.D., author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion
"Based on state-of-the-art research, Neff provides essential lessons for how to excel personally and professionally through self-compassion." - Dr. Todd B. Kashdan, author of Curious? and Designing Positive Psychology
"Neff's compassionate tone makes Buddhist principles accessible, and exercises make them applicable in real life." - Publishers Weekly
"A portable friend to all readers--especially but not only women--who need to learn that the Golden Rule works only if it's reversible: We must learn to treat ourselves as well as we wish to treat others." - Gloria Steinem
"This book and its courageous and compassionate author will become essential reading for all of us seeking inner peace and true, lasting happiness in our lives. Savor and enjoy!" - Daniel J. Siegel, M.D., author of Mindsight
"Neff's powerful research and her ability to explain how self-compassion affects our everyday lives makes this book a transformative read." - Brené Brown, Ph.D., author of The Gifts of Imperfection
"In this deeply personal, highly practical book, Kristin Neff moves the entire study of compassion forward." - Sharon Salzberg, author of Lovingkindness and Real Happiness
"An original and doable blueprint for improving the quality of your life." - Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, author of Flow and Creativity
"If you have a longing to relate to your inner life with authentic care, this book will show you how. Drawing on a powerful blend of Western psychology and Eastern meditative strategies, Kristin Neff offers practical, wise guidance on the path of emotional healing and deep inner transformation." - Tara Brach, Ph.D., author of Radical Acceptance
"Drawing on a powerful blend of Western psychology and Eastern meditative strategies, Kristin Neff offers practical, wise guidance on the path of emotional healing and deep inner transformation." - Tara Brach, Ph.D., author of Radical Acceptance
"A beautiful book that helps us all see the way to cure the world, one person at a time, starting with yourself. Read it and start the journey." - Rosie O'Donnell, talk show host