Perfectionism: A Shield for Shame

Perfectionism: A Shield for Shame

IntroductionHey there friend, are you ready to dive into the wild world of perfectionism? While achievement was definitely a way in which I received attention, praise and validation growing up, it provided other challenges for me. Don’t get me wrong, it...
How Self-Compassion Outlasts Self-Esteem

How Self-Compassion Outlasts Self-Esteem

Introduction Dr. Kristen Neff, the self-compassion “Queen” from the University of Texas at Austin, drops more than a few truth bombs on the self-esteem hype. Turns out, self-esteem isn’t the golden ticket to mental health we thought it was. The...