self-criticism
34 episodes mention this concept
DocSnipesFeb 11, 2026Enhancing Decision-Making Through Meaning and Purpose: The Rich and Meaningful Life Framework
Self-DevelopmentRich and Meaningful LifeDecision-making enhancementWhole Person CounselingEnergy expenditure
HealthyGamerGGJan 18, 2026The Puer Aeternus Interview: Navigating Perfectionism, Blame, and the Pursuit of Potential with BSJ
PsychologyPuer AeternusDread of the ordinaryKeeping options openExternalizing blame- HealthyGamerGGJul 13, 2024
The Dark Side of Empathy: How Excessive Empathy Leads to Burnout, Exploitation, and Relationship Sabotage
PsychologyEmotional contagionVicarious traumaAffective empathyCognitive empathy 
DrTraceyMarksJun 19, 2024Healing from Betrayal: Overcoming Rumination and Davo Tactics with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
PsychologyBetrayal traumaBetrayal ruminationDavo (Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)- DrTraceyMarksMay 1, 2024
How to Hold Space for Yourself and Others: A Guide to Emotional Presence and Self-Compassion
PsychologyHolding spaceActive presenceEmotional validationCuriosity and acceptance (of emotions) - DrTraceyMarksApr 17, 2024
Escaping the 'Should Trap': Overcoming Social Comparison and Self-Criticism for Mental Well-being
PsychologyComparison trapShould statementsSelf-imageInternalized expectations 
lexfridmanAug 17, 2023Andrew Huberman on Relationships, Self-Discovery, and Trusting Your Inner Signals
RelationshipsRomantic relationship 100% ruleCognition and exercise modalityAcute stress response (ice bath)Wordlessness of long-duration exercise- DrTraceyMarksMar 8, 2023
Low Self-Esteem: Understanding Its Roots, Signs, and Strategies for Improvement
PsychologySelf-esteemSelf-conceptNegative self-imageEarly life experiences - DocSnipesFeb 21, 2023
Four Habits to Cultivate a Stronger Relationship with Yourself
Self-DevelopmentRelationship with selfSelf-awarenessAutopilot behaviorInner critic - DocSnipesFeb 13, 2023
Balancing Recovery: How to Focus on Your Life While Managing Illness
Self-DevelopmentDirty discomfortHPA axis activation/dysregulationInflammation-mental health correlationBrain fog - DocSnipesOct 26, 2022
Developing Self-Compassion: Benefits, Obstacles, and 15 Practical Tools for Nurturing Your Inner Child and Improving Self-Esteem
Self-DevelopmentCompassionSelf-compassionUnconditional positive regardHPA axis activation - lexfridmanJun 21, 2022
Douglas Murray on the War on the West: Racism, Marxism, and the Defense of Western Civilization
PsychologyCultural MarxismWestern CivilizationCultural deracinationRule of Law - lexfridmanMay 20, 2022
Bobby Lee on Comedy, Self-Perception, Love, Trauma, and the Future of AI Intimacy
PsychologySelf-criticismInternal dialogueOutsider syndromeRevenge fantasies 
psychacksMay 11, 2022Mastering Self-Talk: The Close Friend Rule for Mental Well-being
Self-DevelopmentSelf-talkMental healthEmotional well-beingNegative self-talk- HealthyGamerGGApr 15, 2022
Navigating a Partner's Job Misery, Anxiety, Substance Use, and Therapy Resistance
PsychologyWork anxietyPanic attacksFeeling trappedFeeling behind in life - HealthyGamerGGApr 5, 2022
Shifting from Self-Judgment to Service in Interviews and Public Speaking
PsychologySocial anxietySelf-judgmentSub-optimal deliveryService-oriented mindset - DocSnipesFeb 18, 2022
Distinguishing Laziness from Burnout and Depression: Six Key Traits and Coping Strategies
PsychologyLazinessBurnoutDepression (clinical diagnostic criteria)Exhaustion - HealthyGamerGGNov 23, 2021
The Paradox of Drive: Jack Manifold on Mental Busyness, Fear of Laziness, and the Cycle of Failure
Self-DevelopmentMentally busySubjective busynessWork-life balanceSuccess-driven mindset - HealthyGamerGGMay 20, 2021
The Psychology of Toxic Productivity and the 'Should' Mentality
PsychologyToxic ProductivityInability to RelaxGuilt (non-productivity)Insight and Awareness - HealthyGamerGGDec 14, 2020
Personalized Motivation: How Ayurvedic Doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) Determine Your Optimal Approach
PsychologyMotivation as a monolithMotivational stylesCognitive fingerprintMetabolic fingerprint - HealthyGamerGGNov 14, 2020
Navigating Identity, Loneliness, and Self-Worth as a Solo Creator After Group Rejection
PsychologySelection biasTime pressureInstincts vs. deliberate thoughtCollector of hobbies - lexfridmanSep 26, 2020
Joe Rogan on Mortality, Societal Chaos, and the Discipline of Inner Struggle
PsychologyMortality SalienceExistential UrgencySocietal FragilityPolitical Polarization - lexfridmanSep 13, 2020
Lex Fridman's First Impressions and Technical Analysis of Joe Rogan's New Texas Studio
PsychologyStudio intimacyShared gazeNon-verbal communicationAudio engineering - HealthyGamerGGApr 7, 2020
Eastern and Western Approaches to the Mind: Understanding Internal Conflict, Ego, Emotion, and Intellect
PsychologyWestern models of mindConscious mindSubconscious mindUnconscious mind - lexfridmanMar 2, 2020
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome: Paving Your Own Path, Embracing Self-Criticism, and Cultivating Gratitude
Self-DevelopmentImpostor SyndromeSelf-doubtSocial Comparison TheoryEnvy (negative vs. positive) - DocSnipesMar 1, 2020
10 Signs of High-Functioning Depression: Recognizing Subtler Symptoms and Seeking Support
PsychologyHigh-functioning depressionMajor Depressive Disorder (MDD)AnhedoniaPersistent gloominess - HealthyGamerGGJan 20, 2020
Navigating Workplace Stress, Performance Culture, and the Roots of Self-Criticism
PsychologyWorkplace stressBurnoutLeadership principlesHigh standards culture - HealthyGamerGGDec 12, 2019
How Success Amplifies Insecurity: Gorgc's Journey to Understanding Self-Worth and the Shadow of the Past
PsychologyInadequacySelf-worthExternal validationSelf-image - HealthyGamerGGNov 10, 2019
Helping a Deprived Gamer: Overcoming Paralysis, Self-Criticism, and Misdirected Motivation
PsychologyDirectionlessnessOverwhelmParalysis by analysisSelf-criticism - HealthyGamerGGOct 17, 2019
Overcoming Self-Judgment and Toxic Parental Relationships: A Journey to Self-Worth
RelationshipsSelf-judgmentSelf-criticismSelf-imageRejection sensitivity - HealthyGamerGGJan 26, 2019
Finding Direction and Motivation: The Role of Values in Overcoming Video Game Addiction
Self-DevelopmentCompeting interestDirectionlessnessFalse sense of directionSense of progress - DrTraceyMarksApr 11, 2018
Overcoming the Victim Mindset: Identifying Patterns and Implementing Solutions
PsychologyVictim mindsetRuminationSelf-esteemGratitude - DocSnipesOct 6, 2016
Understanding and Applying Compassion Focused Therapy: Overcoming Shame and Self-Criticism
PsychologyCompassion Focused Therapy (CFT)Self-compassionCompassionate Mind Training (CMT)Threat protection system - psychacks
The Two Faces of Kindness: Distinguishing True Kindness from Niceness and Enabling
PsychologyKindnessNicenessMercyLoving Honesty
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Concepts that appear alongside self-criticism across episodes.
- self-compassion
- emotional regulation
- self-image
- perfectionism
- mindfulness
- cognitive reframing
- self-worth
- burnout
- compassion
- gratitude
- self-judgment
- analysis paralysis
- introspection
- directionlessness
- circadian rhythms
- acceptance and commitment therapy (act)
- secure attachment (to self)
- low self-esteem
- resilience
- self-doubt