Inner speech refers to the silent, self-directed use of language that accompanies much of human thought. It plays a pivotal role in working memory, executive control, self-regulation and social ...

Self‐criticism involves a self-to-self relationship where the dominating aspect of the self, the inner critic, clashes with the more adaptive self-aspect experiencer, hindering its full expression.

For many individuals, a relentless inner critic serves as a constant companion. Some believe that this internal voice is essential for achieving goals, often accepting its harsh judgments about ...