Judging ourselves blocks our ability to accept from "summary" of Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach
When we judge ourselves, we create a barrier to accepting ourselves as we are. This barrier arises from a deep-seated belief that something is wrong with us, that we are not good enough as we are. It is a form of self-rejection that prevents us from fully embracing ourselves with kindness and compassion. This judgmental stance towards ourselves often stems from early experiences where we were criticized or shamed for not meeting certain expectations. Over time, we internalize these critical voices and start seeing ourselves through a lens of harsh judgment. This self-judgment becomes a habitual pattern that colors how we relate to ourselves and the world around us. The more we judge ourselves, the more we create a sense of separation from our true selves. We become caught up in a cycle of self-criticism and self-doubt that keeps us from fully accepting who we are. This cycle rein...
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