One of the aspects of unemployment over time is that there may be a tendency to become our own worst critic. People stumble in finding a new job. People struggle month to month with finances. People feel like we have failed in parts of life.

Your inner monologue, the private conversations you have inside your head, are a powerful part of your ability to succeed in life. When the voice inside your head is a constant cheerleader and proponent for you, you feel as though you can achieve anything.

But, when that inner voice is a persistent critic, always telling you that you are going to fail, then you will have a challenging time achieving your dreams.