Knowledge: People often mix up generosity and hospitality, yet the former involves giving freely and the latter extends to a welcoming reception. Empathy is the capacity to place oneself in another's position.

Conversation:
The Inner critic in me is very intense.
I understand. But do you have a some self-compassion? This is when you extend compassion to yourself when you perceive failure, for exemple
I try, but i just can't control myself most of the time.
I see, this extended compassion can also happen in moments of perceived general suffering or failure also. So that you know.
My lack of sympathy is my biggest problem.
I can only imagine. Speaking of sympathy did you know it's different from empathy?
No, I didn't. I tend to mix them up. What does empathy mean?

Response: Empathy is the ability to put oneself in someone else's position.