Self Criticism

After writing the runaway best seller Not Nice, Dr. Aziz returns to tackle the biggest killer of confidence: your own inner critic. That voice in your head tells you that you can’t achieve what you want or be loved for who you are, because you’re not enough. Unfortunately, most people don’t realize just how much that negative voice is running their lives, creating stress, anxiety, perfectionism, relentless business, and overwhelm.

The relentless pursuit of high self-esteem has become a virtual religion - and a tyrannical one at that. Our ultracompetitive culture tells us we need to be constantly above average to feel good about ourselves, but there is always someone more attractive, successful, or intelligent than we are. And even when we do manage to grab hold of high self-esteem for a brief moment, we can't seem to keep it. Our sense of self-worth goes up and down like a ping-pong ball, rising and falling in lockstep with our latest success or failure.

Perhaps you want to be nicer to yourself but don’t really know how to get there. Or maybe you’re someone who assumes self-criticism is a permanent part of your personality. Rest assured you’re not alone. Millions of people struggle with the toll that excessive self-criticism takes on their minds, energy levels, jobs, and relationships. And problems with self-talk vary dramatically from one person to the next: they can appear as mild but persistent inner criticism, full-blown self-loathing, or the pain of internalized oppression or abuse.

No matter whether your self-esteem is just a bit bruised or entirely torn apart, this audiobook can help you begin to develop a clearer picture. You may feel like you are unsure if an audiobook can help you fix something that has been broken for years, but if you are willing to give it a try, you will find that your self-esteem can be repaired.

Perfectionism is a character or personality trait that causes life to feel like a never-ending report card. A perfectionist feels as if they are being forever graded on their accomplishments, appearance, organization, and just about everything else. This audiobook explores the ways in which perfection can have positive and motivational impacts, like providing the drive to overcome adversity or achieve certain goals.

What follows is not a translation in the ordinary sense of the word. It’s more like a paraphrase. Rather than worry over the letter of the text, the goal has been to illuminate the large scale patterns that structure it. The King James Version, for instance, renders Paul’s letter with uncanny beauty but is opaque as an argument. Modern translations tend to have the same problem. Their overriding concern is with the letter of the text, not with its logic. As a result, Paul’s forest is always getting sacrificed for the sake of his trees. But Paul’s work is too important, his good news...

The Marriage of Desire and Self-deception puts William Blake’s The Marriage of Heaven and Hell in the context in which Blake intended it to be read. Going by the text, The Marriage of Heaven and Hell is written specifically to attack biblical truths and replace them with what Blakean mythology considers to be truth as it is understood in Hell. Bertrand’s Marriage may sound destructive but, then, the very nature of the work on which he comments is destructive. Blake clearly states that he is on the side of the Devil in the on-going battle against God of the Bible and all that He stands ...

In sixteen dazzling, expansive essays, the acclaimed essayist and poet Elisa Gabbert explores a life lived alongside books of all kinds: dog-eared and destroyed, cherished and discarded, classic and clichėd, familiar and profoundly new. She turns her witty, searching mind to the writers she admires, from Plath to Proust, and the themes that bind them―chance, freedom, envy, ambition, nostalgia, and happiness. She takes us to the strange edges of art and culture, from hair metal to surf movies to party fiction.

With 16 illustrations to help you visualize. In a world where the inner critic often reigns supreme, "Breaking Free from Self-Critical Rumination" emerges as a beacon of hope and transformation. This compelling exploration delves deep into the pervasive patterns of self-criticism that trap so many in a cycle of despair. Drawing on cutting-edge psychology and real-life stories of perseverance, this book illuminates the often-overlooked impact of rumination on our mental health and overall well-being. With unparalleled insight, the author dismantles the mechanisms of self-critical thought, ...

Arguably the most celebrated and revered writer of our time now gives us a new nonfiction collection - a rich gathering of her essays, speeches, and meditations on society, culture, and art, spanning four decades.

If you’ve always wanted to handle criticism with confidence but struggle with self-doubt and emotional reactions, then keep reading... Are you sick and tired of letting negative opinions shake your confidence? Have you tried ignoring criticism or brushing it off, only to find it still lingers in your mind? Do you finally want to break free from the fear of judgment and discover a philosophy that actually works for you? If so, then this book is for you. You see, developing emotional resilience against criticism doesn’t have to be complicated or painful. Even if you’ve spent years ...

Enter the shocking world of the modern senior Civil Service where the power to award enormous contracts can lead to massive corruption, fuelled by personal greed and commercial fraud. In this novel of our times and ways of life, this cosy world of mutual protection and closing ranks against outsiders is laid bare – a world made possible by a culture of wilful blindness. The senior civil servants are bound together by a code of not just looking the other way but of deliberately avoiding any investigation of other senior civil servants’ activities. Highly intelligent and immensely capable...

"Why should you pick up 'How to Harness Your Inner Critic'? Let's break it down. This book is like having a guide to tackle that nagging voice inside your head that makes you doubt yourself. It's not just vague advice; it's packed with practical tips based on the author's experiences and helping others deal with their inner critics. Ever feel like your negative thoughts are holding you back in your job, relationships, or family life? This book gets it. It talks about how those inner voices can mess with your head, leading to bad habits or even addictions. But here's the thing: it shows you ...

Are feelings of shame holding you back from living the life you want? Are you ready to break free from the cycle of self-blame and judgment? If so, 30 Days to Overcome Shame is the guide you need to reclaim your power and find your way to self-love and acceptance. Over the course of 30 days, you will discover practical mindfulness techniques and exercises designed to help you recognize and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs. You'll learn to cultivate self-compassion, develop a healthy relationship with yourself, and find the courage to speak your truth and let go of the shame ...

In The Low Self-Esteem Struggle, I want to take you on a journey toward self-worth. I can’t promise it’ll be easy - nothing worth having ever is - but freeing yourself of the shackles of your mind is blissfully empowering. When I was silently enduring the effects of low self-esteem, books were my lifeline, a glimmer of hope in my otherwise murky mind. I want this book to reach you and be the beginning of your journey to breaking free from the tight grip of low self-esteem.

So many leadership and compassion books seek to remind leaders to "behave human" and treat those around them with care. But the truth is that leaders are human. They're not playing at being human or calling forth their humanity on demand. Their struggle in marrying leadership and compassion stems from leaders ignoring self-care-the lack of compassion toward their subordinates is just a symptom. Human First, Leader Second introduces leaders to the practice of self-compassion through a six-step framework.

For the first time, Appetite for Self-Destruction recounts the story of the precipitous rise and fall of the recording industry over the past three decades, when the incredible success of the CD turned the music business into one of the most glamorous, high-profile industries in the world - and the advent of file sharing brought it to its knees.

Unlock Your Potential: Overcome Doubt and Achieve Your Dreams Are you tired of feeling stuck and held back by the relentless voice of doubt? Do you long to turn your passion into a thriving business but find yourself paralyzed by fear and self-criticism? Unlock Your Potential is your essential guide to breaking free from the chains of uncertainty and stepping boldly into your future. In this empowering book, Barry J McDonald, a seasoned fiction writer, blogger, and podcaster, reveals proven strategies to silence your inner critic and harness your true potential. With warmth and authenticity...

If someone asked you, "Who do you love?" would you ever think to reply, "Myself"? For too many of us, the answer would be no. That's why Mary Jelkovsky, author of the bestselling book The Gift of Self-Love, created this guided journal to help you give yourself grace even on the hardest days.

Discover the power of mirror meditation to help you awaken self-compassion, increase self-awareness, and gain the confidence needed to thrive.