Self-criticism is a normal part of existence and without it, we wouldn’t survive. In evolutionary terms, it helps keep us safely ensconced in our tribe, increasing our chance to see another day. But with anxiety, self-criticism can get in our way. Explore the characteristics of pathological self-criticism and the nine needs it fulfills in us. Nine? No wonder it’s so difficult to let go. But you will discover methods that do work. In this case, put behavior first, and your beliefs will catch up.