Why We Experience Self-Doubt And How to Curb Those Feelings

Self-doubt impacts us all in one way or another, but with the right mindful practices we can curb these feelings.

By Monica Cull
Jul 28, 2022 8:00 PM
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There’s no one all-encompassing reason why we experience self-doubt. Like everything that deals with the brain, it’s complex. But most, if not all, of us have had thoughts of self-doubt at one time or another. 

Maybe it strikes right before a job interview, or after a crush rejects you. Or perhaps it infringes on your mind as you scroll through social media or dwell on past mistakes. Either way, those thoughts pop up and sometimes cause negative impacts on daily life. However, some psychology research suggests that there are ways to train your mind to ease these thoughts of self-doubt. 

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