The Inner Critic & Self-Judgment
Explore why the inner critic evolved and how it shapes your behavior today.
The Space Between You and the Voice
The space between you and the voice may be small at first.
Words drift, still audible, but no longer fused to identity.
You are the one hearing them, not the one they define.
Space allows choice without confrontation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I create "distance" between who I am and that mean voice in my head?
You create "The Space Between" by changing your language. Instead of "I am a failure," say "I am noticing a failure-signal from the Status system." This "Identity Distance" helps you see that you are the container for the voice, not the voice itself. This shift from Subject to Object is a primary tool for restoring sanity. The voice can stay loud, but it no longer defines the boundaries of your identity.
Why is this distance so important for my recovery?
Without distance, every thought is a "command" or a "verdict." With distance, every thought is just "data." This allows your Threat system to stay calm even when the inner critic is shouting. Distance gives your Narrative system the "room to breathe" and the capacity to make chosen, high-density decisions rather than reactive, low-density ones. It is the foundation of Structural Sovereignty.