off-topic Self Criticism: Do You Do It?

[Immortal]

I frequently do self-criticism, this helps me to understand and accept my weakness and shortcomings, and show me the areas for improvement. However, too much self criticism also sometimes make me a negative person. If you do self criticism, it sometimes can be hard to shake off. How do you balance self criticism without over doing it?

 

[Shadow]

I have done that many times but it hasn't worked so I have stopped criticizing myself because I already have many to criticize me lol.

 

[Righteousness]

Most of the times l found myself on that thing. I really hate that but actually l can't avoid it. It sometimes gives me the focus to move forward when l am down.

 

[ActionAce]

Self critism is normal and If I am wrong about something or I make a mistake, I do not allow it to prevent me from trying once more. I also try to be kind to myself and focusing at the things that makes me happy and confident.

 

[Ashake]

Each time I use negative thoughts on myself, I replace them with positive remarks to myself. I always say to myself that it is fine to make a mistake and that I am giving my best effort and not giving up until I get it done. This helps me feel much better.

 

[MidnightMuse]

Criticism is important, but the thing is to not let it turn into self-hate. Criticism will serve you best when you use it to reflect, correct, and improve areas of your life. However, you should never use it as a stick to beat yourself with.

 

[Shadow]

Self criticism is good but don't overdo it lol as it can hurt your self confidence and esteem too. So it's fine to criticise but not so much. Be proud of your abilities and achievements.

 

[Yama]

Self criticism is good but don't overdo it lol as it can hurt your self confidence and esteem too. So it's fine to criticise but not so much. Be proud of your abilities and achievements.

Well said, if you are too negative on yourself, you will lose self confidence, and when that happens you will struggle in your life. You should be be proud of who you are but you also shouldn't over do it.

 

[Shadow]

Well said, if you are too negative on yourself, you will lose self confidence, and when that happens you will struggle in your life. You should be be proud of who you are but you also shouldn't over do it.

Correct because many people keep criticising themselves that they cannot do this and they are not capable of it and all this makes them feel negative.

 

[Yama]

Too much self criticism will actually turn you into a failure. However, being overly self-praising can also harm you. You need to strike a proper balance.

 

[NatureFreak]

I don't do self criticism. It kinda brings me down and makes me feel inadequate. I don't have to criticize myself before I realize that I have flaws and limitations, I mean who doesn't?