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109. Why are we so hard on ourselves?
The Psychology of your 20s
The Power of Personification
Creating a psychological distance from self-criticism is key to regaining control. Personify your inner critic by giving it a name, a feature, and a face. Treat it like a little creature that exists in your mind. This concept, called cognitive diffusion, separates our identity from our thoughts, reducing discomfort and promoting psychological flexibility. Radical self-compassion is another powerful theory that suggests loving others unconditionally can heal them. Similarly, directing that compassion towards ourselves can alleviate self-criticism. Adopting the five love languages, such as kind words and affirmations, can help in directing love towards oneself.
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