How to Stop Beating Yourself Up - 18/05/25
Many of us live with a relentless inner critic—an internal voice that magnifies our flaws and mistakes, leaving us anxious, ashamed, and stuck in cycles of self-judgment. But this critical voice isn't a personal flaw; it's part of our brain's ancient threat system, designed to keep us safe.
Compassion Focused Therapy helps us understand and reshape this inner dialogue. By recognizing the inner critic as a misguided protector, we can begin to respond with self-compassion rather than self-attack.
I was excited to be asked to write an article for Give Yourself Kindness about how to stop beating yourself up. It's all too common: the relentless inner voice that tells you you're not good enough, that you messed up again, that everyone else has it together except you. For many people, this internal self-criticism becomes an ingrained habit, driving anxiety, shame, and even depression. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone and more importantly, it’s not your fault.
You can read the full article here: https://giveyourselfkindness.com/blogs/wellness/how-to-stop-beating-yourself-up
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