Chris Germer on the Power of Self-Compassion

Psychologist Chris Germer explains how self-compassion can help us alleviate suffering while nurturing our psychological health and well-being.

5 August 2025

Supported by a vast body of academic literature, Chris Germer shares the profound impact of self-compassion on happiness, resilience, and both mental and physical health.

This teaching is excerpted from “Buddhism and Psychology,” a self-paced course for cultivating a healthy mind for greater well-being.