An examination of self-compassion in relation to positive psychological functioning and personality traits

Volume: 41, Issue: 4, Pages: 908 - 916
Published: Aug 1, 2007
Abstract
This study examined the relation of self-compassion to positive psychological health and the Wve factor model of personality. Self-compassion entails being kind toward oneself in instances of pain or failure; perceiving one’s experiences as part of the larger human experience; and holding painful thoughts and feelings in balanced awareness. Participants were 177 undergraduates (68% female, 32% male). Using a correlational design, the study found...
Paper Details
Title
An examination of self-compassion in relation to positive psychological functioning and personality traits
Published Date
Aug 1, 2007
Volume
41
Issue
4
Pages
908 - 916
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