Books and Useful Links When we give ourselves compassion, the tight knot of negative judgement starts to dissolve, replaced by a feeling of peaceful, connected acceptance – a sparkling diamond that emerges from the coal (Kristin Neff) The Centre for Mindful Self-Compassion in San Diego is the home of this global programme. The Mindfulness Network also offers Compassion Training with MSC teachers, see more here. The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook: A Proven Way to Accept Yourself, Build Inner Strength, and Thrive by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer Read The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion by Christopher Germer Read Self-Compassion, Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind by Kristin Neff Read Mindful Magazine Jan 29 2019 The Transformative Effects of Mindful Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer Read The Compassionate Mind by Paul Gilbert Read Self-Compassion: Step by Step CD set by Kristin Neff Read