Kristin Neff, Ph.D., says that it is time for you to “end defeating yourself up and keep insecurity behind.” Self-Compassion: Stop Defeating Yourself Up and Keep Insecurity Behind gives expert advice on how best to limit self-criticism and offset its negative effects, enabling you to reach your highest potential and a far more contented, fulfilled life.

More and more, psychologists are turning from an focus on self-esteem and moving toward self-compassion in the treating their patients-and Dr. Neff’s incredible book provides exercises and action plans for coping with every psychologically debilitating struggle, whether it is parenting, weight reduction, or any of the several trials of living.