Table 3 Factor loadings for the self compassion scales

Self-compassion – Engagement– Scale items

1

2

1

2

 2. I notice, and am sensitive to my distressed feelings when they arise in me.

.98

.04

1.00

.50

 4. I am emotionally moved by my distressed feelings or situations.

.63

-.01

.62

.28

 5. I tolerate the various feelings that are part of my distress.

-.02

.67

.46

.67

 6. I reflect on and make sense of my feelings of distress.

.17

.63

.30

.71

 8. I am accepting, non-critical and non-judgemental of my feelings of distress.

-.10

.62

.19

.57

 1. I am motivated to engage and work with my distress when it arises.

.26

.43

.47

.55

Variance (%)

46.48

19.1

Cronbach’s alpha

.77

.72

Self-compassion – Actions – Scale items

 2.2. I think about and come up with helpful ways to cope with my distress.

 2.4. I take the actions and do the things that will be helpful to me.

 2.1. I direct my attention to what is likely to be helpful to me.

 2.5. I create inner feelings of support, helpfulness and encouragement.

Variance (%)

Cronbach’s alpha