The What, Why, How and Where of Self-Compassion: Bridging Knowledge and Application
Major
Psychology
Submission Type
Poster
Area of Study or Work
Psychology
Faculty Advisor
Marie Nebel-Schwalm
Location
CNS Atrium
Start Date
4-12-2025 11:15 AM
End Date
4-12-2025 12:15 PM
Abstract
This literature review aims to address the wide body of existing research on self-compassion (Neff, 2023), and highlight practical applications designed to improve this skill. By describing what self-compassion is, why it holds value, how it can be understood and practiced, and where future research is leading, we seek to meet the need for translational research on self-compassion. Although there are available ways to practice self-compassion, such as the Mindful Self-Compassion Program (Neff & Germer, 2013), the programs that exist are intensive, and require a time and monetary commitment. In this review, we will present self-compassion as an actionable and understandable tool that is evidence-based. The science and research efforts behind self-compassion hold significant value; however, without bridging the gap between science and everyday life, these discoveries remain largely out of view to the majority of the population. We hope to help translate what is known from the research into an understandable, literature review and highlight practical, accessible applications of self-compassion.
The What, Why, How and Where of Self-Compassion: Bridging Knowledge and Application
CNS Atrium
This literature review aims to address the wide body of existing research on self-compassion (Neff, 2023), and highlight practical applications designed to improve this skill. By describing what self-compassion is, why it holds value, how it can be understood and practiced, and where future research is leading, we seek to meet the need for translational research on self-compassion. Although there are available ways to practice self-compassion, such as the Mindful Self-Compassion Program (Neff & Germer, 2013), the programs that exist are intensive, and require a time and monetary commitment. In this review, we will present self-compassion as an actionable and understandable tool that is evidence-based. The science and research efforts behind self-compassion hold significant value; however, without bridging the gap between science and everyday life, these discoveries remain largely out of view to the majority of the population. We hope to help translate what is known from the research into an understandable, literature review and highlight practical, accessible applications of self-compassion.