Pers Soc Psychol Bull September 2012 PMID 22645164

Self-compassion increases self-improvement motivation.

Juliana G Breines, Serena Chen

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Peak: 16 in Oct 2021
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What people are saying

Discussions express support for the idea that self-compassion can boost motivation and resilience, with posts referencing the research directly, such as 'self-compassion can help us want to make amends' and 'self-compassion is a more effective method of motivating change.' The tone and word choice reflect curiosity and appreciation for the practical implications of the findings, suggesting a positive perception of the publication's importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that self-compassion positively influences motivation and performance, highlighting phrases like 'self-compassion can help us want to make amends' and 'self-compassion increases self-improvement motivation.'

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high curiosity by referencing specific studies and outcomes, with users expressing interest through phrases like 'another favourite of mine' and sharing detailed summaries of results.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some comments delve into the implications and mechanisms, such as mentions of self-compassion providing a 'safe and nonjudgmental' environment for personal growth, indicating deeper interaction with the content.

ImpactModerate impact

Overall, there's acknowledgment of the study's potential to influence mental health and self-improvement practices, though some posts focus more on personal reactions rather than broader societal impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Self-compassion, or treating oneself kindly after mistakes, can boost motivation to improve personal weaknesses, moral actions, and test performance.
  • The studies showed that people who practiced self-compassion were more likely to believe they could improve, worked harder after failures, and preferred to compare themselves with those slightly better to motivate change.
  • Overall, embracing self-acceptance after failure might seem counterintuitive, but it actually encourages people to be more motivated to grow and improve themselves.]

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Hidden Brain
@HiddenBrain · X

The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led to better performance. https://t.co/bBZtX6JdWD (3/4) https://t.co/aJKBS4UTVC

Oct 15, 2021 · 41 likes · 14 shares · 125,108 followers View post →
Hidden Brain
@HiddenBrain · X

Sorry for the missing pieces of the thread! Here they are: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led to better performance. https://t.co/bBZtX6rD55 (3/4)

Oct 15, 2021 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 125,108 followers View post →
James N. Kirby
@JamesNKirby · X

Another favourite of mine, how self-compassion can help us want to make amends and avoid repeating moral transgressions, but lots in this cracker of a paper by Breines & Chen https://t.co/gQZbU7zmXi #choosecompassion https://t.co/X0RK2nYtzD

Sep 14, 2022 · 7 likes · 1 share · 4,555 followers View post →
目時翔太
@comelohakodate · X

https://t.co/qjSsMejjqL Juliana, G. B. & Serena, C. (2012). Self-Compassion Increases Self-Improvement Motivation. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. XX(X), 1– 11. Published by: https://t.co/3cVHTkcUdb #セルフ・コンパッション #コンパッション

May 16, 2020 · 1 like · 92 followers View post →
Nita Sweeney, Bestselling #Author
@NitaSweeney · X

"Self-Compassion Increases Self-Improvement Motivation" by Juliana G. Breines, Serena Chen, 2012 #mentalhealth #compassion #motivation https://t.co/zgU6ZQEN7z https://t.co/BuYYjkznNa

Jul 9, 2020 · 1 share · 9,242 followers View post →
Ryan Vaughn
@RyanHVaughn · X

Self compassion increases self-improvement motivation: https://t.co/yUgC295eUN Self compassion leads to greater resilience: https://t.co/uiMKUh36qM Self compassion correlated with performance outcomes across domains: https://t.co/UrhYV6GL1U

Jun 21, 2024 · 5,483 followers View post →

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Ryan Vaughn
@RyanHVaughn · X

Self compassion increases self-improvement motivation: https://t.co/yUgC295eUN Self compassion leads to greater resilience: https://t.co/uiMKUh36qM Self compassion correlated with performance outcomes across domains: https://t.co/UrhYV6GL1U

Jun 21, 2024 · 5,483 followers View post →
The Good Athlete
@thegoodathletes · X

To err is human, to forgive divine. An Essay on Criticism (1711) Alexander Pope, English poet (1688–1744) https://t.co/Ob1raQGLlY

Jan 27, 2024 · 1,982 followers View post →
Jason Gootman
@jasongootman · X

https://t.co/co9i1Xp8lE #wellness #wellnesscoaching #lifestylemedicine

Oct 1, 2023 · 81 followers View post →
Tony Fahkry
@tonyfahkry · X

Study: Self-Compassion Increases Self-Improvement Motivation | https://t.co/j4tKnNV4xy

May 11, 2023 · 3,079 followers View post →
Fiona O'Neill
@Fi_Contextual · X

RT @JamesNKirby: Another favourite of mine, how self-compassion can help us want to make amends and avoid repeating moral transgressions, b…

Sep 15, 2022 · 1 share · 4,695 followers View post →
James N. Kirby
@JamesNKirby · X

Another favourite of mine, how self-compassion can help us want to make amends and avoid repeating moral transgressions, but lots in this cracker of a paper by Breines & Chen https://t.co/gQZbU7zmXi #choosecompassion https://t.co/X0RK2nYtzD

Sep 14, 2022 · 7 likes · 1 share · 4,555 followers View post →
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@nashimidori_Sub · X

今日のあぶすと① 「自分の失敗を思いやりを持って受け入れる事で、より前向きな気持ちになれるのでは?」という研究 https://t.co/u90ZSDIcdK

May 13, 2022 · 4 followers View post →
Michelle Vincent
@michellevincent · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 17, 2021 · 14 shares · 70 followers View post →
aL'Ai alvarez, MD
@alvarezzzy · X

RT @HiddenBrain: Sorry for the missing pieces of the thread! Here they are: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate…

Oct 16, 2021 · 3 shares · 3,743 followers View post →
Tony Gasper
@DrTonyGasper · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 16, 2021 · 14 shares · 341 followers View post →
blvnmyhertz
@blvnmyhertz · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 16, 2021 · 14 shares · 117 followers View post →
Kyle Nolla, PhD
@KyleNolla · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 379 followers View post →
Julia Dhar
@julia_dhar · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 2,623 followers View post →
Erick
@zoditorelax · X

RT @HiddenBrain: Sorry for the missing pieces of the thread! Here they are: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate…

Oct 15, 2021 · 3 shares · 332 followers View post →
عَمرو
@druidgz · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 1,659 followers View post →
Brigid McCarthy
@mccarthy_brigid · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 346 followers View post →
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@StanAssessment · X

RT @HiddenBrain: Sorry for the missing pieces of the thread! Here they are: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate…

Oct 15, 2021 · 3 shares · 49 followers View post →
Hidden Brain
@HiddenBrain · X

Sorry for the missing pieces of the thread! Here they are: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led to better performance. https://t.co/bBZtX6rD55 (3/4)

Oct 15, 2021 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 125,108 followers View post →
David SMASH THE HYPE Pearce
@Alpine_Joy · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 2,388 followers View post →
Jim Meyer
@purp · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 945 followers View post →
Debra Hoffman
@EPDem · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 278 followers View post →
stikksag
@stikksag · X

RT @HiddenBrain: The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led…

Oct 15, 2021 · 14 shares · 506 followers View post →
Hidden Brain
@HiddenBrain · X

The results? Students who were told to be self-compassionate about the failure studied longer for the next test, which led to better performance. https://t.co/bBZtX6JdWD (3/4) https://t.co/aJKBS4UTVC

Oct 15, 2021 · 41 likes · 14 shares · 125,108 followers View post →
Nita Sweeney, Bestselling #Author
@NitaSweeney · X

"Self-Compassion Increases Self-Improvement Motivation" by Juliana G. Breines, Serena Chen, 2012 #mentalhealth #compassion #motivation https://t.co/zgU6ZQEN7z https://t.co/BuYYjkznNa

Jul 9, 2020 · 1 share · 9,242 followers View post →
目時翔太
@comelohakodate · X

https://t.co/qjSsMejjqL Juliana, G. B. & Serena, C. (2012). Self-Compassion Increases Self-Improvement Motivation. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. XX(X), 1– 11. Published by: https://t.co/3cVHTkcUdb #セルフ・コンパッション #コンパッション

May 16, 2020 · 1 like · 92 followers View post →
Laura
@laustworld · X

"Self-compassion is unique in that it provides a safe and nonjudgmental context to confront negative aspects of the self and strive to better them... self-compassion is a more effective method of motivating change." (Breines & Chen, 2012) https://t.co/Anvx12yfGN

Dec 4, 2019 · 926 followers View post →