How Judging Yourself Harshly Can Damage Your Self-Worth - And What to Do About it.
Imagine your mind as a courtroom, where you're both the judge and the accused. When you judge yourself harshly, it's like holding a trial where you're constantly on the stand . . .
6/10/20242 min read
How Judging Yourself Harshly Can Damage Your Self-Worth - And What to Do About it.
Imagine your mind as a courtroom, where you're both the judge and the accused. When you judge yourself harshly, it's like holding a trial where you're constantly on the stand, being scrutinized for every action and decision. The judge (you) is stern and unforgiving, focusing on every mistake, no matter how small. The prosecutor (also you) relentlessly highlights your flaws, arguing that you're not good enough, smart enough, or capable enough.
In this harsh courtroom, every perceived failure becomes evidence against your worth. The defence (again, you) is weak and drowned out by the constant barrage of criticism. This ongoing trial leads to a verdict of self-doubt and low self-esteem, as the judge and prosecutor convince you that you’re inherently flawed.
“There’s a difference between judging yourself and observing yourself. The former leads to self-doubt, the latter to self-improvement.” - Jerry Corsten
Now, imagine transforming this courtroom. Instead of a judge with a gavel ready to condemn, you become a compassionate observer. The courtroom turns into a place of understanding and learning. Mistakes are no longer crimes but opportunities to learn and grow. The prosecutor is replaced by a supportive voice that acknowledges challenges and encourages improvement.
In this new courtroom, your self-worth isn't constantly under attack. Instead, it's nurtured and validated. By shifting from harsh judgment to compassionate observation, you create a more supportive inner dialogue. This change fosters self-confidence and resilience, allowing you to see your true value beyond your mistakes.
Hypnosis can be a powerful tool to shift from harsh self-judgment to compassionate observation and a more supportive inner dialogue. Here’s how it works:
Hypnosis helps you enter a relaxed state where the subconscious mind is more accessible. This part of the mind influences your automatic thoughts and behaviours, including self-criticism.
By reaching the subconscious, hypnosis can help reframe negative thought patterns that contribute to harsh self-judgment.
This shift can significantly enhance your self-worth, leading to a more positive and resilient mindset.
Listen here to Hellen's recorded hypnosis to stop judging yourself harshly and enhance self-worth on YouTube.
By Hellen Buttigieg
