Self-criticism may be helpful to propel us to greater heights. The demarcation between being a critic and a bully to oneself, however, should be clear. Negative self-talk can be injurious to one’s sense of worth.

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The secret to success is to be able to tame one’s inner critic and to transform the worst enemy that is oneself into one’s best friend.

I have yet to learn this, but I know I am getting there. •