02746cam a2200349 i 4500 380872164 TxAuBib 20190422120000.0 180312s2018||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2018011237 9781462526789 $19.95 1462526780 $19.95 (OCoLC)1007567516 TxAuBib rda Neff, Kristin. The mindful self-compassion workbook : a proven way to accept yourself, build inner strength, and thrive / Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer. New York, NY : Guilford Press, [2018] ©2018. viii, 206 pages ; 27 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier Includes bibliographical references and index. Introduction: How to approach this workbook -- What is self-compassion? -- What self-compassion is not -- The benefits of self-compassion -- The physiology of self-criticism and self-compassion -- The yin and yang of self-compassion -- Mindfulness -- Letting go of resistance -- Backdraft -- Developing loving-kindness -- Loving-kindness for ourselves -- Self-compassionate motivation -- Self-compassion and our bodies -- Stages of progress -- Living deeply -- Being there for others without losing ourselves -- Meeting difficult emotions -- Self-compassion and shame -- Self-compassion in relationships -- Self-compassion for caregivers -- Self-compassion and anger in relationships -- Self-compassion and forgiveness -- Embracing the good -- Self-appreciation -- Taking it forward. "This science-based workbook offers a step-by-step approach to breaking free of harsh self-judgments and impossible standards in order to cultivate emotional well-being. In a convenient large-size format, the book is based on the authors' groundbreaking eight-week Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program, which has helped tens of thousands of people worldwide. It is packed with guided meditations (with audio downloads); informal practices to do anytime, anywhere; exercises; and vivid stories of people using the techniques to address relationship stress, weight and body image issues, health concerns, anxiety, and other common problems. The seeds of self-compassion already lie within you--learn how you can uncover this powerful inner resource and transform your life"--Provided by publisher. 20190422. Self-acceptance. Compassion. Security (Psychology.) Self-help publications. Germer, Christopher K, author.