Self-compassion is a helpful skill for emotional well-being. The Psychology Tools For Developing Self-Compassion audio collection provides a structured approach to developing self-compassion using principles from compassion focused therapy (CFT). CFT is an evidence-based psychological approach that integrates evolutionary, cognitive, and affective neuroscience to help individuals cultivate compassion and alleviate high levels of shame and self-criticism.

Receiving Compassion From Your Ideal Other is an exercise aimed at helping clients connect with the flow of compassion from an external, idealized support figure. This practice is grounded in evidence suggesting that receiving compassion can lower psychological distress and self-criticism while boosting well-being. Through guided imagery, clients explore what it's like to accept compassion and kindness from a wise, understanding presence.