Faux feeling A judgement of myself
Inadequate
Not a feeling: a judgement of yourself.
Also known as incompetent
‘I think I am not good or capable enough.’
Why it’s not a feeling
Inadequate is a judgement of yourself: not good or capable enough. It sounds like a feeling because it hurts so much, but it is a conclusion you have reached about yourself, not something your body is doing. Ask what you feel when you think this; often you are disappointed, discouraged or embarrassed.
Feelings underneath
Needs
When these needs aren’t met
Saying it as a feeling
‘I feel inadequate.’
When I failed my driving test for the third time, I felt discouraged and disappointed, because I need competence and self-worth.