"Be yourself." We've all heard that one before, but it's usually easier said than done. What does being yourself even mean, and how does one do so in a world where everyone is so focused on defining ...

We are often taught to be accountable to others—to follow through on our commitments, meet the expectations set out for us, and show up reliably. Many of us are quite good at this. But what about when ...

Imagine your dad was a bully. If so, when you were a child, he might have withheld affection and warmth and been quick to be critical if things didn’t go his way. As an adult, you would find yourself ...

Once upon a Drag Race episode, RuPaul asked a seemingly simple question: 'If you can't love yourself, how in the hell are you going to love somebody else?' That now-iconic sign-off resonated with ...

Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and self-doubt. We explore a practice to help quiet our inner critic with kindness. Description: Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and ...

Forgiving yourself is a powerful and transformative act that can bring numerous benefits to your life. It allows you to release the emotional burden and free yourself from the grip of anger and ...

Cultivating self-compassion can actually help you cope better with life’s struggles. By Christina Caron If a friend is struggling with a big challenge or feels defeated, it’s usually our first ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Julie is professor focused on workplace culture and talent retention Successful senior business woman standing in her office and ...

Taking time to enumerate nice things about yourself each day may sound terminally conceited, but in practice the results can be pretty transformative. By Melissa Kirsch I want to be a person with ...

Embracing individuality creates a more vibrant, creative, fulfilling world. Authenticity fosters deeper connections and empowers others to be themselves. Picture this: It’s your first day of school, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Aytekin Tank is the founder and CEO of Jotform. Authenticity—we hear the word constantly these days. “The power of authenticity is ...