self-criticism
noun
self-crit·i·cism
ˌself-ˈkri-tə-ˌsi-zəm 
plural self-criticisms
: the act of or capacity for criticizing one's own faults or shortcomings
To impress friends and potential employers, avoid complimenting yourself and trying to disguise it as self-criticism.—
Shana Lebowitz
Shana Lebowitz… he's learned discipline, beneficial self-criticism … and the ability to develop a regimen in his day-to-day life.—Hillary Gavan
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These experiences prove your ability to adapt and overcome, yet they’re often overshadowed by the noise of fear and self-criticism.
—Tess Brigham, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
The campaign prompted women to question their self-criticism and embrace a kinder, gentler self-image.
—Renae Gregoire, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Acknowledge your emotions without harsh self-criticism, and remind yourself that everyone experiences setbacks.
—Quora, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
She was so wracked with self-criticism that working on the book became incredibly difficult for her.
—Brianne Tracy, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024
Completing a Yurchenko double pike is hard enough without looping self-criticism.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
Now, a look at how the film was made and Lewis’ subsequent self-criticism will play in Venice, organizers have confirmed while revealing the full lineup for this year’s 81st Venice Film Festival on Tuesday.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 July 2024
Self-compassion has been correlated with lower levels of social anxiety and self-criticism.
—Emma Nadler, Washington Post, 23 June 2024
While internal or mental symptoms could include perfectionism, excessive worry, fear of disappointment, racing thoughts, fear of losing control, significant self-criticism, fear of impending doom, overthinking or overanalyzing, and an inability to relax.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 14 June 2024
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Tess Brigham, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
The campaign prompted women to question their self-criticism and embrace a kinder, gentler self-image.
—Renae Gregoire, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Acknowledge your emotions without harsh self-criticism, and remind yourself that everyone experiences setbacks.
—Quora, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024
She was so wracked with self-criticism that working on the book became incredibly difficult for her.
—Brianne Tracy, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024
Completing a Yurchenko double pike is hard enough without looping self-criticism.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2024
Now, a look at how the film was made and Lewis’ subsequent self-criticism will play in Venice, organizers have confirmed while revealing the full lineup for this year’s 81st Venice Film Festival on Tuesday.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 July 2024
Self-compassion has been correlated with lower levels of social anxiety and self-criticism.
—Emma Nadler, Washington Post, 23 June 2024
While internal or mental symptoms could include perfectionism, excessive worry, fear of disappointment, racing thoughts, fear of losing control, significant self-criticism, fear of impending doom, overthinking or overanalyzing, and an inability to relax.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 14 June 2024
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“Self-criticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-criticism. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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