Convos from the Couch by LifeStance Health

Mindful Strategies to Combat Self-Critical Thoughts


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Why are we often our own harshest critics? In this insightful episode, Allyson Bence explores the psychology behind self-criticism and how it fuels anxiety and isolation.

She introduces key techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—including thought diffusion, thoughts on a cloud, and thought labeling—to help create distance from negative thinking patterns. Tune in as Allyson shares practical strategies to shift your mindset, break free from self-judgment, and cultivate greater self-compassion.

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