People treat their self-criticism as though it’s part of themselves, like their eye color,” says Rachel Turow, a ...

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 a recent blog on the shame of unemployment I suggested that a lot of people feel a sense of shame about losing their job. One reader commented that sometimes you lose your job because you are not ...

The impact of self-talk extends far beyond momentary thoughts, influencing everything from daily decisions to long-term life outcomes. While casual self-criticism might seem harmless, research in ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Selena Gomez has spoken openly about the therapy she uses to protect her self-esteem from criticism about her body. Discover ...