because we are always our worst critics. perhaps your standards for your own characters are just a bit too high ^^

its not a bad thing as it can motivate you to work harder but don't let it make you miserable though. you got plenty of talent and your stuff look really good :)

Agreed.

It's not even that... it's like when i do anybody else's the images just flow, but when I draw mine I struggle to get the pose or the face or the hair right... It's... maddening ಠ_ಠ

I kinda have the same problem...well... On a lower skill level >_> . I draw a lot more for other peoples than I do for myself though, so for me, its also because I just never get to practice drawing my own sona.

I'm not the one to give anyone tips on how to draw better, but don't be too hard on yourself. Maybe for the next little while practice drawing your sona and your mate only. Might help, other than that I don't know. XD