Self-criticism isn’t the enemy—it’s the tone.

Criticizing from fear sounds like, “I’m lazy, I suck, I’ll never get better.” But from love? It’s, “I missed the gym this week because I was overwhelmed. I’ll plan better next time because I care about myself.”

Ate junk? Love says, “Okay, not ideal, but I’ll refocus tomorrow because I deserve to feel good.” Fear says, “You’re pathetic, no wonder you’re stuck.”

One tears you down. The other builds you up. Self-criticism rooted in love is growth. It says, “I love me enough to want better for me.” That’s where real change starts. Stop shitting on yourself. Start progressing.