How To Be Less Judgmental?

How to be less Judgmental: Every day, we make hundreds of small judgments about other people. We judge others within seconds based on the cloth they wear, or what they put on their faces. But do we know people that much we are judging? Have you ever thought about what those little judgments do to our relationship? As it turns out, not much good. But there are a few measures you can adopt to be less judgmental. This way you can have a more positive outlook toward others. 

Also Read:

• Social Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment.
• How to Deal with Emotional Stress?
• How to Control Anger?
• How To Achieve Your Dreams?

How to be less Judgmental:

Observe your thoughts

The basic step to being less judgmental is learning to catch yourself in the act, which needs some practice with mindfulness and self-awareness. For a few days, observe your thoughts and try to notice yourself making negative judgments about others. Once you learn to recognize such thoughts, ask yourself why you feel the need to judge people.

Note what triggers your judgmental thoughts

Judgments can be positive or negative; in any case, you are guessing the full situation and the logic behind someone’s behavior. When we pass judgment on others, we suppose that the person is always going to react this way. You may think that someone is wrong, without realizing that you are the one who is making the situation problematic. Your deep insecurities can also be the reason for your judgments. So, the next time you catch yourself making a judgment about others, turn it into an opportunity for self-reflection. 

Practice empathy

In most cases, if someone is doing something you find annoying, you might not be able to understand exactly what is pushing that behavior. We can’t put ourselves in other person’s shoes always. But just because you cannot understand that person’s exact situation does not mean you can not try to be a compassionate person and offer empathy. 

Reframe your judgmental thoughts

Now it is time to take those judgmental thoughts and rewrite them from a more empathetic perspective. Be curious, instead of being critical. This step can be extremely helpful for self-judgment. Practice rewriting your thoughts about yourself from a more empathetic perspective.

Be more accepting

Once you have understood the other person, accept them for who they are. It is challenging to change someone else. Only they can change themselves, such as you can change yourself. You do not need to be their best friend or like them for who they are but try not to judge them or let negative thoughts stew in your mind.

Grow your social circle

This is a long-term goal that you will have to invariably work at, but you will have to stay open-minded about it. Always try to stay in touch with people who are distinct from you. This applies to your friend groups, but you can also keep your circles mixed by taking up new hobbies or learning a new language.

Show yourself some compassion

Nobody is perfect, and you will probably struggle a few times to be less judgmental. Forgive yourself for this and keep trying.