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Being too hard on yourself is a hard pattern to break

Being too hard on yourself is a hard pattern to break

Being hard on yourself may be ineffective, but it is also a hard pattern to break. It requires consistent attention and practice. Here are a few strategies that can set you on the path to taking a more balanced, emotionally equanimous approach to your performance.

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Full-time digital product designer & part-time traveler. Funny, bald, bearded dad. Foodie, rider, stasher.

As a sensitive striver who deals with the effects of self-criticism on a constant base, I found these techinques interesting to put in practice. Especially the naming one and the timer. It takes a lot of effort to be conscious when this is happening and try to use them, but it’s something I’ll definitely try next time I’m spiralling down into self-recrimination. 🤞🙏

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