Is it normal that i'm mean to myself?

Sometimes, when I'm angry or frustrated I'll beat myself up over small mistakes and misunderstandings calling myself names and belittling myself. In the past, I have harmed myself minorly due to my self-directed anger. There are times when I even hate myself and think I'm a pathetic, worthless human that shouldn't be alive. Is it normal that I treat myself like this sometimes?

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73% Normal
Based on 41 votes (30 yes)
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  • Ldizzy1234

    To a certain degree its normal. But when you begin self harming, you need to start speaking to a professional about it.

    You need to also understand that, you're only human, you're not perfect, and as a human being we're all bound to make mistakes sometimes. It doesn't make you pathetic. Give yourself a break!

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  • NiceKitty

    It's normal. You are trying to push yourself. If you best yourself up, you will be sure not to do it again and only get better and better.
    This does not work however and the logic is flawed.
    [i do what you do as well and am trying to stop and forgive myself]
    Beating yourself up will only make things worse. Be nice and forgiving to yourself. It will in turn make you a happier and healthier person.
    =]

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  • Antir0b0t

    Sadly, I would say so. Only because I do that to myself, and just realized it thanks to your post. Goddammit. No wonder my self-esteem is so fucking low these days. *tear.

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  • robbieforgotpw

    Reverend Dimmsdale, have you been whipping yourself?

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  • Stewbeef1

    Its extremely normal in my opinion. It's probably just the frustration r stress. But please don't beat yourself up about things.

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  • squirrelgirl

    I go through the same thing. I have really low self-esteem because I mentally beat myself up over everything. I feel like I make too many mistakes to be considered a "good person".

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  • dirtybirdy

    Just let it go man.

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  • Maya05

    It's pretty normal. Not a good thing to do though. I'm one to talk though, I do this to myself all the time.

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  • BallsToWall

    I think most people do this at some point of their lives. I do it often. Now, it's obviously not healthy, but I think it's pretty normal.

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