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Self-criticism doesn’t work

Self-criticism doesn’t work

  • When we respond with self-criticism in moments of emotional pain, we’re making a deliberate effort to reduce our suffering.
  • But it’s not that simple. Self-criticism doesn’t increase your sense of control, but rather tricks your brain into feeling in control. Instead of protecting you from others’ judgment, self-criticism subjects you to your own.
  • While it may redirect anger, this means emotions are suppressed rather than expressed
  • There’s a smoother, less traveled road you can choose to take, and it’s the antidote to self-criticism. This is self-compassion.

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