In today's society filled with constant pressures and high expectations, teens are increasingly feeling the negative impacts resulting not only in higher anxiety, depression and loneliness, but also greater self-judgement and lower self-worth. At the root of solving all this is self-compassion.

Karen Bluth, PhD, an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, a mindfulness practitioner for over 40 years, teacher and educator, shares insights on self-compassion for teens, what it is and how young people can leverage the core elements of self-compassion for greater self-esteem, self-care, and happiness.

For more on Karen Bluth, PhD and her work:

Website: www.karenbluth.com 

Social: Instagram and Facebook @karen.bluth

Publications:

 The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens

 The Self-Compassionate Teen

Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Teen ADHD

Self-Compassion for Girls: A Guide for Parents, Teachers, and Coaches

Making Friends with Yourself in the NY Times

Programs and Training:

Mindful Self-Compassion for Teens classes

MSC-T Teacher Training Information