In certain circles, self-sacrifice is the nobler ticket—especially among women who have been told they’re supposed to take care of others before themselves. This belief, too, is a myth.

But compassion isn’t about self-sacrifice, it's about nurturing love in a way that doesn’t drain us. Giving yourself permission to rest, breathe, and acknowledge your struggles isn’t selfish ...

First graders in a Tokyo public elementary school are presented with a challenge for the final semester: performing "Ode to ...