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 Inner Voice that Undermines Your Relationship
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How to Identify Your Critical Inner Voice
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Eight Ways to Actively Fight Depression
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Your Worst Enemy is Within by Robert Firestone, Ph.D.
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Critical Inner Voice
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Critical Inner Voice and Intimacy
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Identify Your Critical Inner Voice
The critical inner voice is an internal dialogue, a harsh and judgmental way of talking... >>
Self-Limiting Behaviors
“Why do I keep sabotaging my own success?” We have the opportunity to apply... >>
Sex and The Critical Inner Voice
“Turn down the lights, turn down the bed. Turn down these voices inside my head.”... >>