Self-Abuse

[Howard]

Self-abuse, sadly, is something that is very normalized in our culture. We are taught to call ourselves weak when we mess up, lazy and worthless if we aren't living up to the standards imposed by other people.

You do not have to say any of these things to yourself. You are worthy and your feelings are valid. Show yourself compassion when you make a mistake.

It is not easy at first. It takes time and consistent practice to unlearn years of harmful conditioning.

With that being said, it is possible, and also extremely necessary.

[Arnold]

We self-destruct because our culture and society tell us to do so. Our culture and society do not like us when we are proud of ourselves, when we praise ourselves, when we love ourselves when we pamper ourselves, and when we challenge the existing norms.