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This is the opposite of identifying self-affirmations. "The negative messages we consciously and subconsciously tell ourselves can deteriorate our self-confidence and lead to self-doubt," Powell said. "Checking in with ourselves about what self-limiting beliefs we hold and where they might have originated from can help us maintain our mental health and achieve our potential."
Action item: Tap into your inner-critic to identify doubts you have about yourself. Ask yourself if your inner-critic resembles the voice of someone in your life or a person from your past. Then, write down your reflections. This, Powell said, may help provide insight on your negative self-talk and how it might hold you back.