Everybody has an inner voice that evaluates, criticizes, and doubts their value. This inner critic, which is frequently influenced by social forces and early experiences, can take over our thinking ...

Many of us admire self-criticism. We view this trait as a strong testimony for scrupulousness, honesty, responsibility, and integrity, four highly coveted moral virtues. We also deem self-criticism as ...

In my last blog, How To Stop Self-Criticism and Feel Better About You, I laid out a direct approach to getting rid of self-critical thoughts. I noted that the method I presented is often helpful, but ...

Small commitments to yourself may feel trivial — but psychologists say they may form the foundation of genuine self-respect, resilience and long-term well-being. Self-respect is often described as a ...

Self-criticism can be an ally or a vicious enemy. The art of being hard on ourselves is legend. Id say over 95% of my clients have said theyve judged, criticized and attacked themselves harshly at ...

Many of us dismiss our inner dialogue as harmless thoughts, but neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki warns that self-criticism can have tangible effects on the brain. In a recent Instagram reel, the New ...

That voice in your head that points out every mistake, questions your abilities, and reminds you of past failures isn’t just annoying – it might be the hidden engine powering your anxiety. While we ...

Your mind can be both your fiercest ally and your toughest opponent. Research uncovers what negative self-talk might really be doing for you, and how to work with it. Have you ever noticed a voice in ...