self-belittlement

he constantly engaged in self-belittlement, downplaying his achievements at work.

her self-belittlement stemmed from a deep-seated lack of confidence.

i tried to gently challenge his pattern of self-belittlement during the conversation.

the therapist helped her understand the roots of her self-belittlement.

it's important to avoid enabling self-belittlement in others, especially children.

his self-belittlement was a defense mechanism to avoid criticism.

she recognized her self-belittlement and sought therapy to overcome it.

the constant self-belittlement eroded his self-esteem over time.

we need to build a culture that discourages self-belittlement and promotes self-compassion.

his self-belittlement often masked a quiet ambition and intelligence.

she stopped participating in the conversation after experiencing repeated self-belittlement from others.