When I teach self-compassion to kids in schools, I do an exercise in which kids imagine that a friend of theirs has lost or broken something special. How would they respond to their friend? I then ask ...

When a child throws a full-blown tantrum over a minor setback, you might be tempted to respond with tough love. But the key to raising kids who grow up to be mentally strong, resilient adults is to ...

Kids often show surprising empathy in everyday moments, from sharing a snack to comforting someone in need. These small acts of compassion can leave lasting impressions, revealing the simple ways ...

Kids practice compassion when they notice people’s feelings and think about how they can act in a way that is kind and caring. They may say, “The baby is sad. I am going to bring the baby a favorite ...

This great R.E.M. song, “Everybody Hurts,” reminds us that life can be full of pain and hurt. We all experience a range of ups and downs in this messy life; excitement, love, joy, frustrations, ...