Criticism can be constructive. In comparison, however, the judgemental voice of the inner critic condemns everything we do. What ever happened becomes a personal fault or a failure. Believing this voice ensnares us and is depressing, separating us from the people we love. By changing the perspective from the narrow thinking mind to wide open consciousness, self-criticism can no longer affect us. Instead of seeing the world and ourselves full of flaws, we can appreciate life and feel connected to everything.