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  💭 How to Change Your Inner Critic with CBT Turn self-judgment into self-support We all have an inner voice — that running commentary in our heads. But sometimes that voice becomes harsh, judgmental, and deeply critical. That’s your  inner critic  — the voice that says: “You’re not good enough.” “You always mess things up.” “Who do you think you are?” This voice can hold you back, damage your confidence, and keep you stuck in fear or self-doubt. But the good news? You can change it. Using  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) , you can start retraining your mind to become your ally — not your enemy. 🔍 Step 1: Notice the Inner Critic The first step is  awareness . Most of us are so used to negative self-talk that we don’t even notice it anymore. Try this: Pay attention to the voice in your head when you make a mistake or feel uncertain. It can mess with you. Ask:  What did I just say to myself? Write it down to see it clearly. 📓  Example: “I can’t be...

  Affirmations are   positive statements used to counter negative self-talk and cultivate a more positive mindset .   They can be used to boost confidence, motivate oneself, and promote overall well-being.   Here's a more detailed explanation:   What they are:  Positive statements: Affirmations are phrases or sentences that express what you want to believe or achieve.   Counter negative self-talk: They aim to replace negative or self-critical thoughts with more encouraging and empowering ones.   Examples: Why they work:   The brain's ability to adapt and create new neural pathways can be strengthened through consistent affirmation practice.   Stress reduction: Affirmations can help reduce stress and improve your ability to cope with challenges.   How to use them:  Write them down:  Create a list of affirmations that resonate with you.   Say them aloud:  Repeating affirmations aloud can strengthen their impact. ...

  How to benefit from positive thinking 🤔  Positive thinking is everywhere: Manifestation, vision boards and phrases like “No bad days” abound, and it seems that everyone on the planet wants to learn how to think positive. But what does it really mean to think positive? And can positive thinking alone help you realize your dreams? It is true that your thoughts affect your actions. Your actions, in turn, translate into whether or not you succeed – in your career, relationships and life. Your thoughts also play a part in your values and beliefs, which influence the quality of your personal relationships and how you view the world at large. It’s essential that we don’t get caught up in only  thinking  positively. You can sit in the garden of your mind telling yourself there are no weeds, but to build a truly fulfilling life, you need to stop covering up the weeds with positive thinking – and pick them instead. You need to get to the root of what’s holding you back and ...