Why Am I So Hard on Myself?
Why am I so hard on myself? Self-criticism can show up as perfectionism, overthinking, or feeling like nothing you do is ever enough. Understanding why you're so hard on yourself starts with exploring what these patterns mean to you and how they may have developed.
Why Do I Feel Like I’m Never Doing Enough Even When I’m Exhausted?
If you've spent years being the responsible one, the capable one, the dependable one, or the person who anticipates what everyone else needs, slowing down can feel surprisingly uncomfortable.
You may have learned to trust yourself when you're doing something: solving, preparing, helping, achieving but not necessarily when you're simply existing.
How Perfectionism Affects Relationships
The problem isn't perfectionism. The problem is when partners never talk about their different expectations, ways of operating, and definitions of shared responsibility.