“…The practice of self‐compassion is a manifestation of those who self‐identify as more congruent and a necessary element to thrive in their novice nurse role. Conversely, those who are low in self‐compassion are prone to dissociation from emotions, characterized by ignoring and internalizing fears of worthlessness, shame and failure (Petersson, Perseius, & Johnsson, ). Ultimately, those who can view themselves in a compassionate light are better able to resolve workplace stimuli and to prevent rumination on negative self‐talk before it becomes disabling.…”