Ever catch yourself replaying that awkward moment from work—again? Or berating yourself over something no one else even noticed? You're not alone. I used to be a gold-medalist in self-criticism, nitpicking every word I said and every move I made. But here’s what changed everything: I learned how to turn that harsh inner voice into a kinder one—and no, it didn’t mean giving up on growth. It meant growing from a place of understanding, not punishment. That shift? It started with self-compassion.