abusing any part of one's own thoughts is counter-productive. one cannot 'cure' internal malice by beating it to death. the actual response is to THANK the horrid, unwanted, belittling thoughts, for paying attention to one, or for being there to constantly keep one company; to stand in for the parent that stood once in that place. find any reason to thank the voices, and praise them for being so perceptive, then remind them that their job is over, and they can relax now. yes, they can take time off, find another job, like praising you. if those voices are obcessive and compulsive, let them devote themselves to praising your every accomplishment. you have survived, you have been victorious; let that IN. ~!