Category: Coping

Do you find yourself frequently making harsh judgments about yourself? Do you frequently put yourself down when you fall short of your expectations? Have you ever noticed that the self criticisms hinder your performance and affect how you feel about yourself? Over time have you notice that self-criticism has become reflexive or even habitual, popping in your head without any effort? Well, then you may be struggling with a powerful inner critic.

In these uncertain times, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, meeting your changing needs is more important than ever. Being able to understand and prioritize the more important needs is vital when you are low on energy and stressed out. 

Resiliency is more than just the ability to “bounce back”. When you hear someone talk about having “grit”, there is probably a very clear picture in your mind of what that means. 

Having grit also means having an underlying determination. It allows you to face challenges head-on without faltering. That doesn’t mean you don’t have emotions or difficult feelings to deal with. 

In fact, it’s just the opposite. Those with grit see the hard challenges and take them on anyway. They stick to their long-term goals, rather than giving up. 

Dealing with self-esteem issues can be difficult. It can lead to a lack of confidence, hinder your relationships or career, and can even lead to other mental health issues like depression or anxiety. 

There is no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted nearly everyone across the world. Many people lost their jobs. Most people have been under some type of lockdown or stay-at-home order. You may even know someone who contracted the virus.