References and Books:

Self Compassion:  Stop Beating Yourself up and Leave Insecurity Behind, by Kristin Neff, The Mindful Path to Self Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions, by Christopher Germer, Mindful Compassion by Paul Gilbert

The Buddha’s Brain:  The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love and Wisdom, by Rick Hanson et al, Mindfulness @ Work: Reduce Stress, live in the moment and be happier and more productive at work, by Anna Black

Websites: www.self-compassion.org and www.mindfulselfcompassion.org

Numerous apps are available to help you reach your fullest potential–spend some time exploring such apps as Personal Zen, Pacifica, GPS or the Soul, Stop Breathe Think, Calm, Headspace, My Fitness Pal, Happify, 7 Minute Workout, Smiling Mind, Pay it Forward, Gratitude Journal, The Worry Box, etc.