Critical Inner Voice
The “Critical Inner Voice” describes the part of us that is turned against ourselves. It is the defended, negative side of our personality that is opposed to our ongoing development. The voice consists of the negative thoughts, beliefs and attitudes that oppose our best interests and diminish our self-esteem. It encourages and strongly influences self-defeating and self-destructive behavior. This hostile, judgmental advisor also warns us about other people, promoting angry and cynical attitudes toward others and creating a negative, pessimistic picture of the world. Learn where this inner critic comes from as well as how to identify and overcome your Critical Inner Voice in the following articles.
The Critical Inner Voice That Causes Depression
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Fighting the Emotional Battles of Breast Cancer
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A New Way to Say Goodbye to Stress
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The "Voice” Is a Sneaky, Tricky Thing
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How to be Happy in Hard Times
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Why Are We So Self Critical?
“I just feel so embarrassed. Why on earth did I take this job in the... >>
Re-Moralizing Your Inner Voice Part Two
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Living Life on Your Own Terms by Lisa Firestone, Ph.D.
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Re-Moralizing Your Inner Voice Part One
In conjunction with The Glendon Association’s webinar, Conquer Your Critical Inner Voice, by Dr. Lisa... >>
Fear of Failure
The fear of failure can become a very powerful force in each choice we make... >>