{"product_id":"the-mindful-self-compassion-workbook-a-proven-way-to-accept-yourself-build-inner-strength-and-thrive","title":"The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook: A Proven Way to Accept Yourself, Build Inner Strength, and Thrive","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Drs. Neff and Germer are the world's leading authorities on self-compassion. They show readers in simple, down-to-earth steps how to become more confident, less self-critical, and kinder to themselves. It feels like they are with you as warm and wise guides in every page of this book. Truly a gem.\"--Rick Hanson, PhD, author of \n\u003ci\u003eResilient\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Drs. Neff and Germer have led the field in researching and articulating the transformative practices of Mindful Self-Compassion, and tens of thousands of people have been trained in their approach. Now you have in your hands a workbook that can guide your journey into profound healing and freedom; it provides a pathway that is accessible, clear, and rich in its depth. Please give yourself the gift of this book and share it with others--these teachings will serve many awakening hearts.\"--Tara Brach, PhD, author of \n\u003ci\u003eRadical Acceptance\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eTrue Refuge\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"From their extensive insight and experience, Drs. Neff and Germer provide a friendly, easy-to-use workbook. Its powerful exercises will help you uncover your innate capacity to hold yourself--and the world around you--with compassion. Whether or not you take a formal Mindful Self-Compassion course, using this workbook can effect profound change in your life.\"--Sharon Salzberg, author of \n\u003ci\u003eLovingkindness\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eReal Love\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Mindful Self-Compassion has made me far more resilient--when a storm hits, I float on the surface of the rough sea and wait for it to pass, rather than thrashing around trying to outswim it. I am able to find a nugget of joy every day, no matter how small. This workbook encourages a deeper understanding and experience of MSC. I recommend it to everyone.\"--Heather R., Hampshire, United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e Introduction: How to Approach This Workbook \n\u003cbr\u003e 1. What Is Self-Compassion? \n\u003cbr\u003e 2. What Self-Compassion Is Not \n\u003cbr\u003e 3. The Benefits of Self-Compassion \n\u003cbr\u003e 4. The Physiology of Self-Criticism and Self-Compassion \n\u003cbr\u003e 5. The Yin and Yang of Self-Compassion \n\u003cbr\u003e 6. Mindfulness \n\u003cbr\u003e 7. Letting Go of Resistance \n\u003cbr\u003e 8. Backdraft \n\u003cbr\u003e 9. Developing Loving-Kindness \n\u003cbr\u003e 10. Loving-Kindness for Ourselves \n\u003cbr\u003e 11. Self-Compassionate Motivation \n\u003cbr\u003e 12. Self-Compassion and Our Bodies \n\u003cbr\u003e 13. Stages of Progress \n\u003cbr\u003e 14. Living Deeply \n\u003cbr\u003e 15. Being There for Others without Losing Ourselves \n\u003cbr\u003e 16. Meeting Difficult Emotions \n\u003cbr\u003e 17. Self-Compassion and Shame \n\u003cbr\u003e 18. Self-Compassion in Relationships \n\u003cbr\u003e 19. Self-Compassion for Caregivers \n\u003cbr\u003e 20. Self-Compassion and Anger in Relationships \n\u003cbr\u003e 21. Self-Compassion and Forgiveness \n\u003cbr\u003e 22. Embracing the Good \n\u003cbr\u003e 23. Self-Appreciation \n\u003cbr\u003e 24. Taking It Forward \n\u003cbr\u003e Practices and Exercises \n\u003cbr\u003e Resources \n\u003cbr\u003e List of Audio Files \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Audio downloads: \n\u003cbr\u003e 1. Self-Compassion Break (5:20; Kristin Neff) \n\u003cbr\u003e 2. Self-Compassion Break (12:21; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 3. Affectionate Breathing (21:28; Kristin Neff) \n\u003cbr\u003e 4. Affectionate Breathing (18:24; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 5. Loving-Kindness for a Loved One (17:08; Kristin Neff) \n\u003cbr\u003e 6. Loving-Kindness for a Loved One (14:47; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 7. Finding Loving-Kindness Phrases (23:02; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 8. Loving-Kindness for Ourselves (20:40; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 9. Compassionate Body Scan (23:55; Kristin Neff) \n\u003cbr\u003e 10. Compassionate Body Scan (43:36; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 11. Giving and Receiving Compassion (20:48; Kristin Neff) \n\u003cbr\u003e 12. Giving and Receiving Compassion (21:20; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 13. Working with Difficult Emotions (16:01; Kristin Neff) \n\u003cbr\u003e 14. Working with Difficult Emotions (16:09; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 15. Compassionate Friend (18:09; Kristin Neff) \n\u003cbr\u003e 16. Compassionate Friend (15:05; Christopher Germer) \n\u003cbr\u003e 17. Compassion with Equanimity (14:38; Christopher Germer)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"'Be gentle with yourself.'...A chaplain mentor gave me these cherished words shortly after I began my first full-time chaplain position, post-residency. By now, this phrase has become like a trusted friend that provides support in times of stress. This phrase serves as a sort of summary of the message of \n\u003ci\u003eThe Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook\u003c\/i\u003e....I would recommend this book, pretty much without reservation, to anyone. This book and its perspective was timely for me before the COVID-19 pandemic, and I can say it is appropriate now more than ever.\"-- \"Association of Professional Chaplains Resource Reviews\" (10\/1\/2021 12:00:00 AM)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tKristin Neff, PhD, is Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at The University of Texas at Austin and a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research. She has been recognized as one of the most influential researchers in psychology worldwide. Her books with Christopher Germer include \n\u003ci\u003eThe Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eMindful Self-Compassion for Burnout\u003c\/i\u003e (for the general public) and \n\u003ci\u003eTeaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program: A Guide for Professionals\u003c\/i\u003e. Along with Christopher Germer, Dr. Neff developed the empirically supported Mindful Self-Compassion program and founded the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion. Her website is \n\u003ci\u003ehttps: \/\/selfcompassion.org\u003c\/i\u003e. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Christopher Germer, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and Lecturer on Psychiatry (part-time) at Harvard Medical School. His books with Kristin Neff include \n\u003ci\u003eThe Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eMindful Self-Compassion for Burnout\u003c\/i\u003e (for the general public) and \n\u003ci\u003eTeaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program\u003c\/i\u003e (for professionals). Dr. Germer is also author of \n\u003ci\u003eThe Mindful Path to Self-Compassion\u003c\/i\u003e and coeditor of \n\u003ci\u003eMindfulness and Psychotherapy\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eWisdom and Compassion in Psychotherapy\u003c\/i\u003e. He lectures and leads workshops internationally and has a small psychotherapy practice in Massachusetts. His website is \n\u003ci\u003ehttps: \/\/chrisgermer.com\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre you kinder to others than you are to yourself? \u003c\/b\u003eMore than a thousand research studies show the benefits of being a supportive friend to yourself, especially in times of need. 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. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e See also \n\u003ci\u003eTeaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program, \u003c\/i\u003e by Christopher Germer and Kristin Neff, a thorough overview of conducting MSC (for professionals), and \n\u003ci\u003eThe Mindful Path to Self-Compassion, \u003c\/i\u003e by Christopher Germer, which delves into mindful self-compassion and shares moving stories of how it can change lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Neff, Kristin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Guilford Publications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2018-08-29\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Self-Help|Personal Growth|Happiness|Psychology|Emotions|Medical|Mental Health|Mind, Body, Spirit|Mindfulness \u0026amp; Meditation|Social Science|Social Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/b\u003e Compassion|Self-acceptance|Security (Psychology)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.85 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781462526789\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9781462526789\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guilford Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52139604672793,"sku":"SP-9781462526789","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0380\/5209\/files\/9781462526789_spiral.png?v=1773930228","url":"https:\/\/westbindery.com\/products\/the-mindful-self-compassion-workbook-a-proven-way-to-accept-yourself-build-inner-strength-and-thrive","provider":"West Bindery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}