Kristin Neff
Kristin Neff is an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and a pioneer in self-compassion research.
She conducted the first empirical studies on self-compassion nearly two decades ago and has authored numerous academic articles and books on the topic.
Neff co-developed the Mindful Self-Compassion training program with Dr. Chris Germer, which is taught worldwide.
Her books include "Fierce Self-Compassion" and "Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself." Neff's current work focuses on balancing self-acceptance with the courage to make necessary changes.
Her research and teachings have significantly contributed to the field of self-compassion and its practical applications.
