11+ ‘Self-criticism’ Writing Prompts
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Debunking Negative Self-Talk
Identify a common piece of self-criticism you resort to and debunk it with objective evidence.
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Compassionate Letter to Self
Write a kind, gentle letter to your past self, acknowledging any hardships and expressing encouragement.
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Voices of Support
Think about someone who believes in you. Write a letter or conversation script between you, where they uplift and encourage you.
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Embracing Imperfections
Detail a moment when you felt insecure about a personal flaw or mistake and how you overcame that feeling.
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Chasing Contentment
Think of a quote that inspires you to find love and contentment within yourself. Reflect on how you can apply this to your daily life.
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Embracing Self-imperfections
Write about an imperfection that makes you who you are and how you have learned to embrace it.
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Monologue of Self-Criticism
Make a list of negative thoughts or self-criticisms that often surface during your depressed episodes. Then write a paragraph refuting each negative thought.
