article about how to confront and befriend you inner critic, becoming a team for positive change. So many of us want to do better at any given task than we were able to do, and can benefit from the wisdom of Dr. Leahy. Here's a nugget:
Read more at: http://www.somaticvision.com/self-criticBe As Kind To Yourself As You Are To A Stranger
We are often much more harsh with ourselves than we are with a friend, or a total stranger. Recognize this double standard, and when you start criticizing yourself, stop and direct the kindness and compassion that you feel for your best friend toward yourself. Just as you need your friends on your side, you need yourself in your corner. Ask yourself, "If my best friend had this problem, how would I support her?" And then treat yourself as you would treat your best friend.