"You're your own worst enemy," Marta often told me, highlighting how self-criticism and internal struggles can be more damaging than external forces. She emphasized that we don't need others to cause torment; we tend to be our own harshest judge and source of pain.
This idea suggests that personal battles and negative thoughts hold us back more than outside obstacles. Recognizing this can be crucial for overcoming inner barriers and fostering self-acceptance and growth, as emphasized in the book Invisible by James Patterson.