Kristin Neff

Kristin Neff, Ph.D is an associate professor in Human Development and Culture in the Educational Psychology Department, at the University of Texas at Austin and is the author of Self-Compassion and, cofounder of the eight-week Mindful Self-Compassion training program.

Try a 5-Minute Self-Compassion Break
Explore this informal mindfulness practice to foster a sense of connection and belonging. Read more
  • Mar 3,2023
  • Kristin Neff
A 15-Minute Practice to Soften, Soothe, and Allow Difficult Emotions
By allowing ourselves to experience where tough emotions are present in the body, and opening up to them with love, we can cultivate a sense of peace and acceptance toward the imperfect nature of life. Read more
  • Feb 16,2023
  • Kristin Neff
This Is What Fierce Self-Compassion Looks Like
Researcher and Fierce Self-Compassion author Kristin Neff on how to empower ourselves—and change the world—through caring authentically for ourselves. Read more
  • Jan 10,2022
  • Kristin Neff
7 Ways to Say Yes to Yourself with Self-Compassion
Take inventory of different aspects of self-compassion and think about what you might need in the moment to care for yourself. Read more
  • Jan 10,2022
  • Kristin Neff
Personalize Your Loving-Kindness Meditation
Self-compassion is one of the greatest gifts you can offer yourself. Use this guide to craft loving-kindness phrases that feel meaningful for you. Read more
  • Mar 15,2020
  • Kristin Neff
The Transformative Effects of Mindful Self-Compassion
Leading experts on mindful self-compassion Drs. Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer share how self-kindness, recognition of our humanity, and mindfulness give us the strength to thrive. Read more
  • Dec 23,2022
  • Kristin Neff
Try a 5-Minute Self-Compassion Break
Explore this informal mindfulness practice to foster a sense of connection and belonging. Read more
  • Jan 4,2023
  • Kristin Neff
Breathing Compassion In and Out
Kristin Neff guides us through a twenty-minute compassion meditation, first directing kind phrases to ourselves and then to others. Read more
  • Nov 16,2021
  • Kristin Neff
Don’t Fall into the Self-Esteem Trap: Try a Little Self-Kindness
Striving for self-esteem is about trying hard to feel special, above average. It’s absurd. We don’t need to feel extra-special or over the top. We need to touch who we really are in any given moment. Read more
  • Jan 10,2022
  • Kristin Neff