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Psychologist's insights: Self-hatred – definition and roots
04.01.2024 07:40
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:21
Most people claim that you should always love yourself no matter what, but for some people, it's generally not that easy to do.
For example, self-hatred can be a real problem that affects your worldview, decisions, and how you take care of yourself.
Here are a few reasons why people might feel that way.
Negative self-talk
People with self-hatred often have a constant stream of negative thoughts about themselves.
They may criticize themselves, call themselves names, or focus on their perceived flaws.
Low self-esteem
Individuals experiencing self-hatred often have very low self-esteem.
They may feel unworthy, unlovable, or believe they are not good enough in various aspects of life.
Self-sabotage
Self-hatred can lead to self-destructive behaviors.
People may intentionally sabotage their own success, relationships, or well-being because they believe they don't deserve happiness or success.
Perfectionism
Some individuals with self-hatred set impossibly high standards for themselves and become perfectionists.
They constantly strive for perfection but feel like failures even when they achieve something.
Avoidance and isolation
People with self-hatred may avoid social situations or isolate themselves from others.
They may believe they are not worthy of friendship or fear being rejected or judged.
Body image issues
Self-hatred can manifest in negative body image.
Individuals may excessively criticize their appearance, compare themselves to others, or develop unhealthy behaviors related to food and exercise.
Emotional distress
Self-hatred often leads to emotional pain and distress.
Individuals may experience sadness, anger, guilt, or shame directed towards themselves.
Previously, we talked about falling out of love.
