Outside of court, self-defense from inner criticism can unsettle others

How Defending Against Inner Criticism Can Unsettle Others Who Are Not Judges.

People are not judges, and the world is not a court.

How do middle-aged or older individuals, particularly in some Asian cultures, express inner criticism or self-doubt about their achievements and qualifications?

In many cultures, including some Asian ones, there is an expectation of achievement that comes with age or societal status.
This can be uncomfortable and is often a reflection of deep-seated concerns about self-worth and validation.

There may be a fear of being judged by others, which can exacerbate feelings of inadequacy or self-doubt.

Many Asian middle-aged or older individuals have self-criticism.
They might harshly judge their own achievements or qualifications, feeling that they fall short compared to societal expectations or their peers.

Due to internalized expectations, high expectations, both from themselves and their culture, can lead to persistent feelings of not measuring up, despite actual achievements.

In contrast to individualism, collectivism in many Asian cultures can lead to increased self-criticism and insecurity when individuals feel they are not meeting group expectations.

In highly collectivist cultures, there may be a strong tendency to compare oneself with others, which can lead to feelings of insecurity if one perceives others as more successful or capable.

Consequently, people may feel uneasy or insecure about their achievements when comparing themselves to others who have accomplished things they have not or who have achieved milestones first.

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Nevertheless, adults over middle age should behave according to their age.

Outside of Court,
Verbose 'self-defense' due to one's own 'inner criticism' or 'self-criticism' can cause uncomfortable feelings for others.


The people around you are not judges.
People are not judges, and the world is not a court.
Love yourself as you are.