Teaching students self-compassion can help them develop resilience and strength, asserts Kristin Neff, a psychology professor at the University of Texas. Neff says this is a learnable skill and offers tips for modeling this behavior to young people, including practicing compassionate self-talk during challenges.
Kris, D. (2019, January 14). How Self-Compassion Supports Academic Motivation and Emotional Wellness. Retrieved March 6, 2019
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