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Why is judging not good?
However judging others can also be destructive, if it is focused on looking for the negatives in people or is in the form of gossip or adverse comments. When you judge people from a negative perspective, you are doing it to make yourself feel better and as a result the judgement is likely to be harmful to both of you.
Why does it feel good to judge others?
Judging is a way for us to perceive the world and figure out where exactly we fit in. When we form opinions of others, we are able to recognize what we like and aspire to be, as well as what we don’t like and want to avoid.
How do I become less Judgemental?
How to Be Less Judgmental
- Develop self-awareness by observing your thoughts.
- Take note of what triggers your judgmental thoughts.
- Practice empathy.
- Rewrite and reframe your judgmental thoughts.
- Be accepting.
- Expand your social circle.
- Don’t forget to show yourself compassion.
How do you judge someone less?
Here’s the DUAL method:
- Don’t pass judgment. If you find yourself being judgmental, stop yourself.
- Understand. Instead of judging someone for what he’s done or how he looks, try instead to understand the person.
- Accept. Once you begin to understand, or at least think you kind of understand, try to accept.
- Love.
Do Judgemental people have low self-esteem?
Most of us know, on a certain level, we are lacking in integrity. And bit by bit a constant habit of being judgemental can erode our own self-respect. In summary, judging others might mean camaraderie and quick laughs. But in the long term, being judgmental leaves you lonely and with low self-esteem.
What makes someone judgmental?
Judgmental people have three common traits: They are overly critical, they show no respect for the person they are critical of, and they justify what they say because they believe it is true. People can become judgmental due to their pride, their hurt and anger at being wronged, and a lack of love for others.