Read the analysis of how the main idea was introduced.

the main idea of the article is introduced by sharing some non-examples of self-compassion as a way of defining it. this was meant to engage the reader and cause them to self-reflect.

how was the main idea developed further?

a
the author next cites research by kristin neff's ground-breaking study about self-compassion to provide credibility.
b
the author shares examples of the how self-compassion is useful to assuage the fears of readers who may doubt its benefits.
c
the author continues to share non-examples of self-compassion to reinforce the definition.
d
the author provides examples of the advantages of self-compassion in order to bolster support for the argument that it is beneficial.