Coping with a world on fire

Every day we are bombarded with upsetting and frightening news – whether it’s devastating wildfires, plane crashes, wars, mass shootings, acts of cruelty or seeming madness. Self-compassion provides a refuge from the storm as we try to navigate stressful and uncertain times. 

Make a commitment to yourself

Perhaps one of the most important commitments we can make is to show up for ourselves in a supportive way. But how many of us make an intentional, conscious commitment to ourselves?

Common humanity, suffering, and belonging

The 2024 US election exposed a divided nation and alienation on each side. The common humanity of suffering helps us recognize that we all belong.

Staying grounded in anxious times

To meditate or not to meditate, that is the question. The empirical answer may surprise some of you: It’s not necessary to meditate to learn self-compassion.

Meditation and self-compassion

To meditate or not to meditate, that is the question. The empirical answer may surprise some of you: It’s not necessary to meditate to learn self-compassion.