Where Do You Think Your Inner Critic Comes From?

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When your inner critic speaks, whose voice does it most resemble?

A parent or authority figure Society or cultural expectations My own fear of failing Someone I often compare myself to My high personal standards

When you make a mistake, what triggers your self-criticism most?

Memories of being judged Worrying what others will think Fear of failing again Comparing myself to others' success Feeling like I didn’t meet my own standards

What belief does your inner critic often repeat?

I should already be better at this I don’t want to disappoint people People will think less of me I’m not as good as others I can’t afford to fail

When you achieve something, how does your inner critic react?

It says I could’ve done even better It wonders if others will still approve It downplays my success It compares me to someone who did more It worries I won’t be able to repeat it

What helps quiet your inner critic the most?

Remembering that I’m not defined by my upbringing Disconnecting from social expectations Accepting that mistakes help me grow Focusing on my unique journey Celebrating progress over perfection