Dynamic duo is inseparable: Self-compassion and compassion for others interact to predict well-being.

ABSTRACT: While previous studies have examined the independent effect of self-compassion or compassion for others on well-being, the present study examined how self-compassion may interact with compassion for others in predicting well-being. Two studies were conducted. In Study 1, 457 participants completed assessments at baseline and 229 participants were retained and completed the assessment at 4-month follow-up. Results showed that baseline self-compassion predicted higher levels of subsequent well-being when baseline compassion for others was moderate or high. Study 2 recruited 147 participants and they were assigned to either the self-compassion condition or the control condition. Results showed that participants who practiced self-compassion for 1 week in the self-compassion condition showed m

SUBMITTER: Chio FHN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11664029 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature