When you do something foolish, or opposed to integrity, the first instinct is often to berate yourself: “You idiot!” or “You’re so selfish!” Self-criticism follows the lifelong experience of people being criticized and judged for their misbehavior. The rationale we’ve always heard is that if people are shamed or otherwise punished, they will stop doing …
Looking for Self Improvement? Try Self-Compassion
by John Williams | November 26, 2020