You can alter your reality for the better by changing the way you speak to yourself. Many of us struggle with perfectionism, always aiming to be flawless in the eyes of others and ourselves. But this ...

Many men think being hard on themselves keeps them honest. But self-criticism often makes real accountability harder, not ...

Your mind can be both your fiercest ally and your toughest opponent. Research uncovers what negative self-talk might really be doing for you, and how to work with it. Have you ever noticed a voice in ...

Self-knowledge is associated with making better (or better-fitting) life decisions and empowers individuals to recognize and utilize their strengths and weaknesses.

Loving yourself sounds simple, but for many of us, knowing where to start is a mystery. The truth is, you may not have been taught how to love yourself. In fact, you may have been taught the opposite ...

Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and self-doubt. We explore a practice to help quiet our inner critic with kindness. Description: Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and ...

Once upon a Drag Race episode, RuPaul asked a seemingly simple question: 'If you can't love yourself, how in the hell are you going to love somebody else?' That now-iconic sign-off resonated with ...

Self-compassion is the ongoing practice of relating to yourself kindly and fairly. It is especially helpful during times of stress and suffering. Self-compassion is not kicking yourself when you’re ...

A person can self-advocate by gaining knowledge about their healthcare rights and taking action to improve the level of care they receive. Learning to self-advocate can help people understand their ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Julia Korn writes about leadership and career development. With unemployment currently at 4.1% and economic uncertainty looming, ...

The word “gaslighting” has caught fire in the past few years. It's deployed during fights with romantic partners, between family members, and across the Internet. Gaslighting occurs when someone makes ...