Note that this definition: (1 ... and Europe converges in showing that self-criticism, as measured by very simple self-report questionnaires, contributes to depression, anxiety, eating disorders ...

The super-ego, by definition, despite Freud’s telling qualifications ... for unrelenting, unforgiving self-criticism? Freud’s answer is beguilingly simple: we fear loss of love. Fear of loss of love ...

Mixed in among depression, anxiety, and fear: self-doubt. To be sure ... is often the hardest part of getting beyond the harsh criticism of the superego. The next step is comparing the criticism ...

So I offer you one simple thought, six powerful words that put a much-needed filter on the inflow of self-confidence crushing commentary from the peanut gallery. Not all criticism is created equal ...