Self-compassion draws upon philosophies of a healthy self-attitude and new ways to understand well-being ( Neff, 2003 ). It involves understanding, kindness, and openness to one’s own suffering within a framework of nonjudgment and mindfulness. Self-compassion is composed of three distinct concepts
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Zenzi Huysmans and Damien Clement
Leah J. Ferguson, Kent C. Kowalski, Diane E. Mack, and Catherine M. Sabiston
Using a mixed methods research design, we explored self-compassion and eudaimonic well-being in young women athletes. In a quantitative study (n = 83), we found that self-compassion and eudaimonic well-being were positively related (r = .76, p < .01). A model of multiple mediation was proposed, with self-compassion, passivity, responsibility, initiative, and self-determination accounting for 83% of the variance in eudaimonic well-being. In a qualitative study (n = 11), we explored when and how self-compassion might be useful in striving to reach one’s potential in sport. Self-compassion was described as advantageous in difficult sport-specific situations by increasing positivity, perseverance, and responsibility, as well as decreasing rumination. Apprehensions about fully embracing a self-compassionate mindset in sport warrant additional research to explore the seemingly paradoxical role of self-compassion in eudaimonic well-being.
Amber D. Mosewich, Catherine M. Sabiston, Kent C. Kowalski, Patrick Gaudreau, and Peter R.E. Crocker
their athletic goals and psychological well-being. Self-compassion has been related to positive psychological functioning and emotional well-being in women involved in sport ( Ferguson, Kowalski, Mack, & Sabiston, 2014 ; Mosewich, Crocker, Kowalski, & DeLongis, 2013 ; Mosewich, Kowalski, Sabiston
Nathan A. Reis, Kent C. Kowalski, Amber D. Mosewich, and Leah J. Ferguson
experience and minimize attrition rates. One construct that has been associated with easing sport-specific setbacks and challenges is self-compassion, which is a warm and accepting way of treating oneself in the face of difficult experiences ( Neff, 2003a , 2003b ). Comprised of self-kindness, common
Alana Signore, Brittany N. Semenchuk, and Shaelyn M. Strachan
identify factors that help people cope effectively with exercise lapses, they should have a better chance of getting back on track with their behavior rather than experiencing a complete cessation. Self-Compassion Self-compassion, an orientation to care for oneself during difficult times ( Neff, 2003a
Brittany N. Semenchuk, Shaelyn M. Strachan, and Michelle Fortier
-adherence researchers and practitioners are interested in variables that can improve self-regulation. Self-Compassion Researchers argue that an individual’s capacity to self-regulate health behaviors is influenced by one’s level of self-compassion ( Terry & Leary, 2011 ). Self-compassion is the ability to be kind to
Karissa L. Johnson, Danielle L. Cormier, Kent C. Kowalski, and Amber D. Mosewich
prescribe that athletes must “play through pain and injury.” 3 Thus, mental toughness might not always be in the best interests of injured athletes since some might believe that being mentally tough equates with self-sacrifice. 8 Self-compassion —a balanced, nonjudgmental approach to relating to oneself
Sasha M. Kullman, Brittany N. Semenchuk, Benjamin J.I. Schellenberg, Laura Ceccarelli, and Shaelyn M. Strachan
there is a research gap regarding identity change ( Burke & Stets, 2009 ). This research pursuit is practical for the promotion of exercise that supports well-being among women with young children, a population that exercises less than other populations ( Bellows-Riecken & Rhodes, 2008 ). Self-compassion
Arash Assar, Robert Weinberg, Rose Marie Ward, and Robin S. Vealey
subsequent confidence levels seems worthwhile. Self-compassion reflects a positive and stable sense of self-worth independent of external outcomes (e.g., wins and losses) and social comparisons ( Neff & Vonk, 2009 ). Indeed, previous sport research has indicated that excessive self-comparison tendencies
Robert C. Hilliard, Lorenzo A. Redmond, and Jack C. Watson II
positively predicted discomfort. Taken together, these studies suggest that stigma plays an important role in student-athletes’ attitudes toward help-seeking. Therefore, exploring variables that could help to reduce stigma is important. Self-compassion is one potential variable that could mitigate the
