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Self 1 is the mind that criticizes and judges from "summary" of The Inner Game of Tennis (50th Anniversary Edition) by W. Timothy Gallwey
Self 1 is the voice in our head that is constantly chattering away, giving us instructions, analyzing our performance, and criticizing our every move. It is the part of our mind that is always judging, evaluating, and comparing. When we make a mistake on the tennis court, Self 1 is quick to point it out and tell us what we should have done differently. Self 1 is the part of our mind that is always trying to control and manipulate our actions. It is the part that is constantly interfering with our natural ability to play the game. When we are too focused on what Self 1 is telling us, we become tense, anxious, and self-conscious. We start to overthink every shot, second-guessing ourselves and losing trust in our instincts. Self 1 is like a relentless coach who is never satisfied with our performance. It is alway...
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