Self Critical thoughts and fears

This exercise helps you to stand back from your habitual thoughts and recognize what you are thinking. Engagr your soothing breathing rhythmbefore you begin. When you have filled in both columns of the chart, refocus your attention and try to balance your thoughts with some questions, being use to keep your tone kind and gentle.

External shame thoughts: How can I think others feel and view me	Internal shame thoughts: What I feel and think about myself
My key fear is:	My key fear is:

　
Kind and gentle question:
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