Make self-talk your friend, not your constant critic

Flip the script on negative introspection and learn what you really need.

We’re often so quick to judge ourselves for how we feel.

• “I shouldn’t be this upset.”

• “I should be handling this better.”

• “I shouldn’t still be struggling with this.”

What if the goal isn’t to stop the feelings, but to shift the way we talk to ourselves about them?

• Instead of judgment, try curiosity.

• Instead of “What’s wrong with me?” try “What do I need right now?”

• Instead of shame, try compassion.

Your feelings don’t make you weak, they make you human.

And a kinder inner dialogue can make all the difference.