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3 weeks ago

The C-PTSD Inner Critic: Chronic Shame and Self-Blame

The inner critic in C-PTSD arises from early trauma and manifests as chronic shame and self-blame.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Chasing Perfection Can Lead to Grotesque Results

Perfectionism is a simple way to avoid dealing with complex life problems. Perfectionists compare themselves only to their best parts, fixating on qualities they lack.
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fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Be Your Own Best Friend

The inner critic can undermine an individual's happiness and self-esteem, often reflecting childhood caregiver influences.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Your Inner Critic Isn't the Boss of You: 3 Tools to Rewrite the Narrative

Your inner critic is fear-driven, distinct from intuition, and should be questioned for its assumptions.
Naming your inner critic helps distance yourself from its negative influence.
Understanding the inner critic's role can empower personal growth.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Train Your Inner Critic

Your inner critic seeks to protect, not punish you.
Self-compassion is about communicating with, not silencing, the critic.
Lead your inner critic rather than aim to fix it.
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