Pine

Positive outcome - self-assurance, confidence and perseverance

Negative state - guilt, lack of confidence, low self-esteem

Pine: For those who blame themselves. Even when successful they think they could have done better, and are never satisfied with the decisions they make. Would this remedy help me to stop blaming myself for everything?

Negative aspects of personality:
Guilt, self-reproach. Blames self, feels unworthy. Condemns, critical and constantly apologising. Over-conscientious - set high standards for themselves. Undermined by negative self concept. Feel undeserving of love. Despondent. Unsure of taking responsibility. Take blame for mistakes of others. Apologise for own existence. Need tremendous verbal reassurance.

Behavioural symptoms:
Headaches
Tiredness
Cringing
Eyes downcast
Hand covering mouth
Suicidal

Characteristic expressions:
"I'm sorry!"
"No, it's my fault!"
"I'm stupid, aren't I"
"If only I'd..."
"I feel worthless"
"I could have done better"

Positive Outcome:
Realisation of self-worth. Perseverance, self-assurance. Ability to take responsibility and help others if called upon to do so. Genuine humility. Do not dwell on past mistakes.