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The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions

Christopher K. Germer
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The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009

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Christopher K. Germer

The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Self-Improvement

Philosophy

Psychology
Setting

2000s

Topic
Philosophy

Religion & Spirituality

Health
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions, Christopher K. Germer provides strategies for individuals to cultivate self-compassion through mindfulness. The book offers practical exercises to help individuals manage emotions, transform negative thinking, and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves, fostering emotional healing and resilience.

Inspirational

Contemplative

Serene

Reviews & Readership

4.3

6,104 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion by Christopher K. Germer is praised for its practical approach to integrating mindfulness and self-compassion into daily life. Readers appreciate its clear guidance and exercises, though some find the content repetitive. Overall, its supportive tone and accessibility are highly valued, despite minor criticisms.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions?

Readers interested in The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion are typically those who seek personal growth, mindfulness practice, and emotional healing. They might have enjoyed books like Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach or The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown for their focus on self-acceptance and compassion.

4.3

6,104 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

306

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Self-Improvement

Philosophy

Psychology
Setting

2000s

Topic
Philosophy

Religion & Spirituality

Health
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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