Defining the Cruelty
This term describes blaming yourself for things that likely have nothing to do with you.
What is personalizing?
Psychologist Lauren Alexander notes that negative self-talk can worsen these two mental health conditions.
What are depression and anxiety?
One suggested way to make a cruel inner voice less threatening is to give it one of these.
What is a silly nickname?
You see a group of friends laughing and assume they are laughing at you; this is an example of what?
What is personalizing?
If you wouldn't say a comment to one of these, you shouldn't say it to yourself.
What is a friend?
Dr. Alexander warns against this type of language, which includes words like "always" and "never."
What is absolute language?
Counselor Heather Tim suggests taking this specific step to challenge self-blame.
What is asking if it's rational?
Replacing harmful dialogue with this type of talk is the goal of "catching yourself in the moment."
What is kinder/more gentle self-talk?
Thinking "I'm stupid" after one bad grade is a sign of this type of thinker.
What is an absolutist?
Low self-esteem is one of the results of this harming your mental health.
What is a cruel inner voice?
While occasional critique is normal, a cruel inner voice is defined by being this.
What is constant (or consistent)?
According to Dr. Elizabeth Scott, a cruel inner voice depletes this, making it harder to reach goals.
What is confidence?
Before internalizing a belief, the video suggests you should consider all of these.
What are possibilities?
Using the nickname "Karen" to dismiss a thought is a way to do this to the thought's power.
What is reduce it (or make it less threatening)?
Becoming this to yourself is the key to avoiding negative mental health effects.
What is nicer?
Counselor David Panah uses this two-word phrase to describe a mindset that diminishes your accomplishments.
What is "Yes, but"?
Counselor David Panah notes that negative self-talk often arises to help you avoid this.
What is the pain of failing?
Understanding why your inner critic is there can help you develop this toward it.
What is self-compassion?
Saying "I did a good job, but I'm not ready for tomorrow" is a sign of this mindset.
What is "Yes, but"?
According to Psych2Go, you deserve the same kindness you give to these people.
Who are your loved ones?
This internal "thunder-stealer" focuses on the bad to prevent you from enjoying this.
What is the good?
This psychologist recommends becoming aware of harmful thinking to evolve into a happier, healthier you.
Who is Lauren Alexander?
The first step to improving your inner dialogue is knowing why it's there and doing this.
What is acknowledging it?
Challenging a bad mark by saying "I just didn't spend enough time" is a way to find a different one of these.
What is an interpretation (or possibility)?
The "Thunder Stealer" sign focuses on bad things to prevent us from doing this with the good.
What is enjoying it?