Neff's powerful research and her ability to explain how self-compassion affects our everyday lives makes this book a transformative read. -- Brené Brown, PhD, author of The Gifts of Imperfection 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, PhD, 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 * A portable friend to all readers... 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 * In this deeply personal, highly practical book, Kristin Neff moves the entire study of compassion forward. * Sharon Salzberg, author of Loving kindness and Real Happiness * 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 * Neff's powerful research and her ability to explain how self-compassion affects our everyday lives makes this book a transformative read. -- Brené Brown, PhD, author of The Gifts of Imperfection 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, PhD, author of Radical Acceptance