Self-compassion

• compassion / loving-kindness
  Contemplative Practice · 2 papers put it here (1 stated, 1 inferred)
• focused attention
  Contemplative Practice · 1 paper put it here (inferred by the extraction, not stated in the paper)
• open monitoring
  Contemplative Practice · 2 papers put it here (1 stated, 1 inferred)
• self-compassion
  Emotional · 2 papers put it here (1 stated, 1 inferred)

• - Duration: 75 minutes per session, 6 weeks - Topics: Introduction to Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practice, Understanding Self-Compassion, Navigating the Inner Critic, Exploring Multitasking and Mindfulness, Soft, Soothe, Allow Exercise, Effectively Facing Intense Emotions - Format: Virtual group training with lessons, group meditations, exercises, and reflective conversations - Additional Tool: Compassion Coach smartphone app for reminders and practice reinforcement

  Flora Wong, Nikki Ashtiani, Raphael E. Cuomo et al. (2025) · BMC Medical Education · 10.1186/s12909-025-07439-6
  The impact of a mindful compassion program for medical trainees

• Developing compassion towards oneself and others, internalizing compassion, observing thoughts without judgement.

  Tuba Sengul, Aleyna Özkan, A. Eminoğlu et al. (2025) · Nursing Open · 10.1002/nop2.70325
  Enhancing Nursing Students' Compassion, Empathy and Communication Through Mindfulness‐Based Meditation: A Mixed‐Methods Study

• Internalize as a stable inner resource. Role in interpersonal functioning.

  O. U. Turer, M. Ozcan, B. Alkaya et al. (2026) · BMC Psychology · 10.1186/s40359-026-04571-w
  Self-compassion as a well-being strategy against burnout among dentists: a controlled intervention study

Measured in duration — derived from the review's own dose_and_time prose.

• - Total program length: 6 weeks - Session duration: 75 minutes per session - Sessions per week: 1 session per week - Total time commitment: 7.5 hours - Additional engagement: Daily reminders and assessments via Compassion Coach app on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

  Flora Wong, Nikki Ashtiani, Raphael E. Cuomo et al. (2025) · BMC Medical Education · 10.1186/s12909-025-07439-6
  The impact of a mindful compassion program for medical trainees

• - Total program length: 8 weeks - Session duration: 2 hours per session - Frequency: 1 session per week - Daily home practice: Encouraged, but specific duration or frequency not detailed

  O. U. Turer, M. Ozcan, B. Alkaya et al. (2026) · BMC Psychology · 10.1186/s40359-026-04571-w
  Self-compassion as a well-being strategy against burnout among dentists: a controlled intervention study

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• Instruction from a teacher; no prior meditation practice or specific physical capabilities required.

  Flora Wong, Nikki Ashtiani, Raphael E. Cuomo et al. (2025) · BMC Medical Education · 10.1186/s12909-025-07439-6
  The impact of a mindful compassion program for medical trainees

• The practice was made easier by adapting a shorter 6-week program to fit busy medical trainees' schedules. Significant improvements were observed in mindfulness, interconnectedness, perceived stress, life enjoyment, and compassion, with sustained effects over time. No significant changes were found in burnout, self-compassion, or emotional intelligence. Future research is needed to explore optimal timing, duration, and structure of compassion-based interventions.

  Flora Wong, Nikki Ashtiani, Raphael E. Cuomo et al. (2025) · BMC Medical Education · 10.1186/s12909-025-07439-6
  The impact of a mindful compassion program for medical trainees

• The practice is structured as an 8-week program with progressive content, starting with foundational concepts and evolving into more complex topics. Each week builds upon previous sessions, culminating in the consolidation of skills and their practical application. The practice becomes more challenging or complex over time as participants are introduced to new concepts and practices.

  O. U. Turer, M. Ozcan, B. Alkaya et al. (2026) · BMC Psychology · 10.1186/s40359-026-04571-w
  Self-compassion as a well-being strategy against burnout among dentists: a controlled intervention study

• Participants become more compassionate towards themselves and others over time.

  Inga Boellinghaus, F. Jones, J. Hutton (2012) · Mindfulness · 10.1007/s12671-012-0158-6
  The Role of Mindfulness and Loving-Kindness Meditation in Cultivating Self-Compassion and Other-Focused Concern in Health Care Professionals

• - Individuals with mood disorders based on DSM-5 criteria. - Diabetes mellitus. - Pregnancy. - Obesity. - Cardiovascular diseases. - History of psychiatric disorders. - Use of medications affecting cortisol levels and heart rate variability. - Alcohol consumption. - Non-compliance with the study protocol.

  O. U. Turer, M. Ozcan, B. Alkaya et al. (2026) · BMC Psychology · 10.1186/s40359-026-04571-w
  Self-compassion as a well-being strategy against burnout among dentists: a controlled intervention study

• Minimal (smartphone and internet access), anywhere (home, outdoors, workplace), virtual group training, app (Compassion Coach)

  Flora Wong, Nikki Ashtiani, Raphael E. Cuomo et al. (2025) · BMC Medical Education · 10.1186/s12909-025-07439-6
  The impact of a mindful compassion program for medical trainees

• - Equipment: Minimal (guided meditation practices, group discussions, experiential exercises) - Setting: Facility (initial training), Home (daily practice)

  O. U. Turer, M. Ozcan, B. Alkaya et al. (2026) · BMC Psychology · 10.1186/s40359-026-04571-w
  Self-compassion as a well-being strategy against burnout among dentists: a controlled intervention study

No paper compares this option with another or calls it interchangeable with one.

A paper measuring one option against another does not make the two interchangeable, and it does not say which to choose. These are listed as what the papers did, and nothing here proposes a substitution.