Podcasts about Inner critic

Info on Group Book Coaching with Write It ScaredWorking on a rom-com? This conversation with bestselling author Kate Archer is packed with craft insights and the best mindset support!We get into what makes humor land, how to keep your characters authentic, and how to keep conflict fresh in a genre built on familiar beats.Kate also shares how she built her writing life, the routines that keep her grounded, and the strategies she uses to push past fear, resistance, and the inner critic. It's an honest, encouraging look at the realities of writing comedy, staying consistent, and showing up for your creativity.Timestamps: 01:23 Meet Kate Archer 03:58 Kate's writing journey 07:32 Why Regency romcoms resonate 12:27 Crafting humor that feels true 22:23 Writing from the servant's perspective 22:43 Revision + learning through mistakes 25:04 The power of a writing schedule 27:43 Overcoming psychological blocks 33:46 The struggle + joy of writing 36:14 Advice for aspiring writers 41:14 Final thoughts + where to find KateLinks:Visit Kate at: https://www.facebook.com/ and https://katearcher.weebly.com/ or get in touch at katearcherauthor@yahoo.com. Check out Kate's books here Draft It Scared Small Group Book Coaching Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you.Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here!To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears

**Shame doesn't just make you feel bad, it fundamentally shapes how you experience your own body and desires.** Returning guest Dr. Alison Ash breaks down exactly why shame is so destructive to sexual wellness. Unlike guilt (which says you did something wrong), shame tells you that *you yourself* are wrong, creating a deep fear of rejection that literally dysregulates your nervous system. This isn't something we're born with. It develops through early experiences where we internalize negative reactions, eventually becoming that harsh inner critic voice. The contradictory messages are especially confusing: women should look desirable but not actually desire, while men should always be sexually available yet their desire is somehow dangerous. These cultural and religious influences create confusion that conscious rejection alone can't fix. Here's where it gets interesting: empathy is shame's antidote. When someone truly accepts you without judgment, healing becomes possible. (This is why finding sex-positive communities matters so much.) Dr. Aly explains how even BDSM can be healing for trauma survivors through consensual power exchange—reclaiming control over experiences where they previously had none. What if the fantasies or interests that make you feel broken are actually completely normal? Ready to understand the difference between your own feelings and society's expectations? This conversation offers practical strategies for recognizing shame's sources and reclaiming your agency. Estimated Timeline: 00:00:00 - Moving Through Shame and Sexual Wellness 00:02:09 - Guilt vs Shame: Understanding the Inner Critic 00:04:47 - Inner Shame and Sexuality's Cultural Conditioning 00:08:56 - Shame's Impact on Sexual Pleasure and Embodiment 00:10:48 - Shame, Empathy, and Healing Through Connection 00:14:33 - Power Exchange as Healing and Shame Reframing 00:17:43 - Reading Fiction as Healing and Normalization 00:19:14 - Shame Prevents Us From Enjoying Pleasure 00:21:33 - Building Trust Through Gradual Vulnerability 00:26:02 - Understanding Sexual Non-Concordance and Shame 00:28:45 - Unpacking Body Shame Through Conversation 00:32:56 - Lubrication Myths and Sexual Shame 00:35:17 - Being Selective About Who You Share With 00:37:09 - Sex Toys as Tools, Not Shame 00:41:12 - Internet's Role in Community and Identity 00:44:00 - Building Sexual and Emotional Intimacy Skills Dr. Alison Ash, aka Dr. Aly, is a trauma-informed intimacy coach and educator, Stanford University Lecturer, author, and founder of TurnON.love. As a sociologist with a PhD from Stanford, she has a comprehensive understanding of the complex societal challenges that often lead to unsatisfying and disempowering intimate experiences. She designs workshops, courses, and retreats and offers individuals and couples coaching to give others the tools to be able to cultivate and sustain nourishing emotional and sexual intimacy. Dr. Aly invites you to TurnON pleasure, intimacy and love at www.TurnON.love  Sexual and Emotional Intimacy Skills online course on Tues, Jan 27th-Mar 17th We all receive messages about who we are supposed to be, how we ought to feel, and how we should express ourselves, often enforced through shame and disconnection. Featuring 8 classes with a woven balance of science-based data, embodied exploration, and skills development designed to support you in creating, deepening, and sustaining sexual and emotional intimacy in your relationship(s). Recordings available for those who can't attend live or want extra review. Super early bird tickets available now for $200-$400 off! Coaching:   Last but not least, reach out to Dr. Aly for individual, couples, and ENM coaching support!    All links: www.TurnON.love  Sustainable Intimacy Retreat: https://www.turnon.love/sustainable-intimacy-retreat Sustainable Intimacy On Demand Rental: https://www.turnon.love/sustainable-intimacy SEIS course: https://www.turnon.love/sexual-and-emotional-intimacy-skills Coaching: https://www.turnon.love/sex-and-intimacy-coaching

Struggling with self-doubt or a loud inner critic? In this episode, empathy expert, keynote speaker and bestselling author, Mimi Nicklin breaks down why self-empathy is the key to quieting that voice and unlocking deeper creativity, confidence, and clarity.We explore the neuroscience of empathy, the rise of loneliness, how listening transforms relationships, and why reconnecting with yourself is essential for creating your best work.You'll discover:What self-empathy is and how to practice itHow empathy impacts creativity and innovationTools to calm your inner critic and reduce anxietyHow to build stronger relationships through listeningWhy creatives need community more than everIf you're craving more confidence, creativity, and compassion, then this episode is for you.

If you've ever stepped into a quieter chapter of life and felt yourself shrinking the moment uncertainty shows up, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down why transitions feel so disorienting—not because you're lost, but because your Automatic Mind mistakes change for danger and tries to pull you back into the familiar. We'll explore how your Inner Critic turns this sacred space into a story of "too late," why old identities cling so tightly, and what it really takes to hear the quieter wisdom of your Authentic Self beneath all the noise. ✨ Tune in and discover how to stop confusing discomfort with truth, reclaim the pieces of yourself you've put on the shelf, and step into your next chapter with confidence—one small, brave choice at a time.   Your weekly reflection questions: When you imagine this quieter chapter of your life as a beginning instead of an ending, what does your Authentic Self secretly hope you'll create or explore? In what moments do you notice your Inner Critic trying to pull you back into the familiar—and what would it look like to choose one small, brave step toward yourself instead? If your future self, who already feels at home in this new season, could whisper one sentence of encouragement to you right now, what would she say?  

Have you ever felt lost after putting all your effort into pleasing others? Maybe you've spent years being the responsible one, the strong one, the helper, the one who “just handles it”… until one day you wake up and feel hollow. Exhausted.  Disconnected from the person you used to be.Maybe you've spent years trying to “doing it all”,  only to wake up one day and wonder where you lost yourself along the way? In this episode, I sit down with Kati Morton, licensed therapist, author, and one of the most trusted mental health voices online. Her new book, Why Do I Keep Doing This?, dives into the emotional and nervous system patterns that keep us stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, low self-esteem, overgiving, perfectionism, and self-abandonment.Together, we explore how unresolved trauma responses shape our beliefs about love, worth, confidence, and why so many of us feel like we need to be “good” or “please others” to feel safe. Together Kati and I discuss what a fawn response is,  the deeper reasons why we fawn or people-please and the emotional cost it takes on us.You'll learn:Why people pleasing begins as a survival strategyWhy rebuilding self worth is about changing patternsWhat your inner critic is trying to protect you fromHow to spot patterns that lead to burnout and resentmentWhy confidence grows through small acts of self trustThe difference between guilt and false guilt in boundary settingHow somatic practices support healing and resiliencePractical tools to regulate stress and shift old patternsIf you're in a season of personal growth, or if you're tired of feeling exhausted, overlooked, or in cycles of self-doubt, this episode will offer compassion, clarity, and a path home to yourself.Tune in. This conversation is a breath of fresh air for anyone ready to reclaim the parts of themselves they had to hide to survive.Much love,LaurieClick here to sign up for my "FREE Online Somatic Workshop - Find Your Calm During the Holidays" on Thursday, Dec 4th at 4 PST Click here for a video on how to leave a review to receive a free somatic stabilization/grounding exercise. The podcast graphic is different from the current one. Once you complete it and send me a picture I will send you the video. My email is laurie@laurieejames.comThank you in advance. Click here to learn about my NEW “Nervous System Regulation Starter Kit” Free ResourcesClick here to schedule a FREE inquiry call with me.Click here for my FREE “Beginner's Guide to Somatic Healing”Click here for my FREE Core Values ExerciseClick here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoWebsitePlease leave me feedback. I cannot respond so if you'd like me to respond, please leave your email***********************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

Want to stop those negative thoughts in your head that make you feel unworthy? Is there a dark programming in our society designed to keep us depressed and tired?  In this insight-packed episode, I will answer all of the big questions when it comes to healing your Inner Critic, regaining self-confidence, and so much more!*****>> Join the FREE 5-Day INNER CRITIC BOOTCAMP with Gloria Zhang!From Dec 8-12, come and reprogram your brain from negative to positive self-talk! This is a unique opportunity to get coached, win prizes, and join our incredible community of cycle breakers.Please email us if you want to help and be part of our new movement:  hello (at) bygloriazhang.comWAS THIS HELPFUL?I'd be so grateful if you could take a moment to follow, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, we'll send you my Inner Child Starter Kit if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show.

In this powerful episode, mental health advocate and runner Tony Rossi helps us confront the most challenging obstacle in running: our own minds. We dive deep into the psychology of performance, providing runners with practical, real-time tools to silence the inner critic and transform self-doubt into genuine mental strength. You will learn about:Identify Your Inner Critic: Recognize the common negative "scripts" your mind uses during a tough run and distinguish between genuine physical fatigue and mental resistance.Interrupt Negative Thinking (The Intervention): Get actionable, real-time tools for reframing thoughts—including how to build personalized, non-cheesy mantras and use evidence-based self-talk to push through the hardest miles.Build Long-Term Mental Resilience: Understand how practicing discomfort, focusing on process goals, and embracing acceptance can train your mind just like your body to achieve consistent self-belief.If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing to our channel for more race recaps,  running news, running shoe reviews, and more! Our guest: https://www.instagram.com/tony.rossi/

Most professionals don't struggle with ideas—they struggle with their inner critic when it's time to speak. We want to be able to retrain that voice into one of an inner champion. During today's episode, Erica Gifford Mills and her guest, Leslie Fiorenzo, will discuss how to create a daily confidence ritual to silence the critic and bring forth the champion.  Listeners, you will leave with simple, repeatable practices to calm your nerves, speak with authority, and finally let go of what no longer serves you. Right within the spirit of living it up, loving it, and letting it go. Don't miss this episode.

Most professionals don't struggle with ideas—they struggle with their inner critic when it's time to speak. We want to be able to retrain that voice into one of an inner champion. During today's episode, Erica Gifford Mills and her guest, Leslie Fiorenzo, will discuss how to create a daily confidence ritual to silence the critic and bring forth the champion. Listeners, you will leave with simple, repeatable practices to calm your nerves, speak with authority, and finally let go of what no longer serves you. Right within the spirit of living it up, loving it, and letting it go. Don't miss this episode.

A gentle meditation to help you integrate everything you've learned this week and begin living with a genuinely kinder inner voice.A warm, soothing practice designed to replace pressure with patience, judgment with compassion, and inner criticism with steady self-support.Part of the Quietening the Inner Critic series.

A short, soothing reflection to help you integrate this week's work and begin living each day with a kinder, warmer, more supportive inner voice.Part of the Quietening the Inner Critic series.

A gentle meditation designed to help you soften the emotional tone of your inner world.Learn how slowing, warming, and calming your inner voice naturally quietens the inner critic.Part of the Quietening the Inner Critic series.

A short, calming reflection to help you soften the emotional tone of your thoughts and cultivate a gentler inner voice.Part of the Quietening the Inner Critic series.

Your inner critic tells you a lot of things. Usually it's just trying to keep you safe, but sometimes it's completely untrue and harmful. In today's episode, Rachel talks about her inner critical voice and how that is amplified in the online space. Sometimes the voice inside your head can sound a lot like the voices of the trolls online. After considering this, the conversation shifts toward our children. Do we really want to subject our children to everything that the internet brings with it? But how can we find a balance between keeping our children safe and not letting them feel left out among their peers? This is a tricky conversation and probably the biggest obstacle we will face as our children get older. Tune in for some heart felt advice. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A gentle meditation designed to help you feel safer inside your own mind and body.Learn how inner safety naturally softens the inner critic and brings calm, compassion, and grounding.Part of the Quietening the Inner Critic series.

A calming two-minute reflection to help you build inner safety — a powerful way to quieten the inner critic.Part of the Quietening the Inner Critic series.

If you've ever felt the pull of a bigger life but found yourself shrinking back the moment fear shows up, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down why every dream, every transformation, and every new chapter begins with fear—not confidence—and how your Automatic Mind mistakes possibility for danger. We'll explore why your Inner Critic tries to shut down your vision, how "playing it safe" becomes a lifelong habit, and what it really takes to separate from the voice that keeps you small so you can design your life from your Authentic Self. ✨ Tune in and discover how to stop mistaking fear for truth, start saying courageous yeses, and step into the future you're meant for—one intentional choice at a time.   Your weekly reflection questions: Where in your life have you been mistaking fear for truth—and calling it "being responsible"? What dream or next chapter keeps whispering to you, even though your Inner Critic insists you're not ready? If you made your next decision from your Authentic Self instead of your Automatic Mind, what would your next "yes" be?  

That voice in your head telling you to do better, work harder, be more—should you silence it or lean into it? Society says constant self-criticism is unhealthy, that you should learn to be content and accept yourself as you are. But what if that relentless inner critic is actually your superpower? This deeply personal episode explores how embracing (not fighting) the inner critic helped jump literal generations of family trajectory—from broken homes and instability to building the life most people only dream about. Learn the two critical mindset shifts that turn self-criticism from exhausting battle into rocket fuel, including the crucial distinction between "my actions can improve" versus "I'm not enough as a person."//Welcome to Repeatable Revenue, hosted by strategic growth advisor , Ray J. Green.About Ray:→ Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.→ Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.→ Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.com→ Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.→ Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Our Inner-Truth is usually our genuine guidance. But do we know how to lean into that Inner-Truth? Can our Inner-Truth stand the test of time? How do we distinguish the voice of our Inner-Truth from the Inner-Critic? Check out this episode to learn more!Stay Connected: https://linktr.ee/JanieCharlot

Welcome to George's Self-Discovery Journey—a raw, real conversation inspired by the acclaimed movie, The Subtle Art of Losing Yourself. In this episode, George blazes a trail through the wild Scottish Highlands, bringing to life the core themes of his transformational film. If you're ready for something beyond the usual self-help chatter, this self-discovery Journey plunges you into discomfort and uncertainty—where letting go of control is the only way to discover your truth.George shares moments of falling apart and finding strength, trading comfort for courage. Be prepared for stories of surrender, of inner critics silenced in the mud and rain, and of what happens when you lose yourself to finally find what matters. No filters, no perfection—just the honesty of starting over, learning to cope, and the gritty reality of rediscovering yourself from the inside out. Whether you're struggling with burnout, searching for meaning, or daring to break old patterns, let The Subtle Art of Losing Yourself be your invitation to real personal change.Here is the Youtube link to he Subtle Art of Losing Yourself : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KArWcMldPMMore about George and his work here: https://www.youtube.com/@George-ThompsonFeeling stuck? If you need help getting out of your rut, Will can help - head to willnotfear.com to learn more about his coaching to get you off the hamster wheel. Looking for a great Speak or Coach - Jon Macaskill can help - learn more here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonmacaskill/More from MTM at: https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/ Chapters:00:00 – Introductions03:00 – How Film Mirrors Personal Discovery09:29 – Creativity, Presence, and the Filmmaking Flo15:43 – Parts Work Explained & Our Link to Nature24:09 – Staying Authentic While Creating Online28:38 – Leadership, Purpose, and a Shifting World29:32 – Finding Meaning in Service Through Social Platforms32:02 – Responding to Criticism with Self-Affirmation35:11 – The MMA Method for Daily Growth36:06 – Rewriting Self-Image Through Affirmations37:27 – Facing Fear with Presence and Mindfulness40:13 – The Practice of Returning to the Present41:51 – Nature, DNA, and Interconnected Life46:11 – Holding Unity in a Dualistic World48:27 – Personal Growth and Accepting the Self51:01 – Vulnerability, Openness, and Community ConnectionHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This hypnosis session is to help change that inner dialogue that can be critical and lead to feelings of unworthiness. The original client that Adam works with often felt inferior to other people and was very critical of themselves and this session helps to find a feeling of encouragement and worthiness.To access a subscriber-only version with no intro, outro, explanation, or ad breaks and 24 hours earlier than everyone else, tap 'Subscribe' nearby or click the following link.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/adam-cox858/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This episode is your grounding anchor for one of the most emotionally loud seasons of the year. If you're intuitive, empathic, spiritually gifted, or energy-sensitive, the holidays hit differently — not because you're doing anything wrong, but because your nervous system remembers everything. Inside this episode, I'll walk you through: ✨ why the holidays activate old patterns and memories ✨ how to tell the difference between anxiety and intuition ✨ simple, somatic tools to stay energetically clear ✨ how to regulate when everyone around you is overwhelmed ✨ why you need more spaciousness than ever ✨ the #1 mistake spiritually gifted people make during the holidays ✨ and why your intuition gets stronger in community Plus — I'll share why this season might be calling you into deeper boundaries, greater self-trust, and the next version of your intuitive leadership. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, unclear, or “not like yourself,” this episode will help you return to a grounded, confident, intuitive version of you — no matter what chaos is happening around you. Mentioned in this episode: – The Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective: https://www.brendawinkle.com/membership – The Reset Retreat - https://www.brendawinkle.com/resetretreat – Free Energy Audit: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit Subscribe and save this episode — you'll want to come back to these tools all season long. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00–01:16 — Welcome + What This Space Is About Identity setting, intuitive leadership, clarity, confidence, embodied vision. 01:16–02:43 — Why the Holidays Feel So Loud for Intuitives Somatic memories, the body keeping score, carrying emotional histories. 02:43–04:06 — Why You May Already Feel Activated Collective nervous system activation + the somatic “holiday buildup.” 04:06–05:22 — Holiday Fear, Humor, and Nervous System Truths The Peanuts theme in a minor key + 2025's emotional intensity. 05:22–06:37 — Why You Feel More Than Others Empathic amplification, spiritual sensitivity, and nervous system overload. 06:37–07:40 — You're Not Doing Anything Wrong You're not regressing; you're remembering. Your intuition is not gone. 07:40–08:44 — 2025 Astrology + Emotional Weather Forecast New Moon + Mercury Retrograde → emotional spikes, money fear voice. 08:44–09:45 — Intuition vs. Inner Critic vs. Instinct Whispers, ego chatter, instinctive safety responses. 09:45–12:02 — How Intuition Shows Up in Your Body Nudges, cravings for stillness, emotional waves, physical cues. 12:02–13:16 — Guided Mini-Practice: Ask Your Body What You Need “What do I need to stay clear today?” 13:16–14:27 — Spaciousness Is Required for Intuitive Accuracy Why quiet matters for psychic/energetic clarity. 14:27–15:44 — The Integration Time You're Skipping Why your system needs processing time between inputs. 15:44–17:59 — The Media You Consume Affects Your Nervous System Why thrillers + medical dramas dysregulate spiritual nervous systems. 17:59–19:13 — Support for the Season + Podcast Roadmap Saving the episode + upcoming intuitive holiday guides. 19:13–20:21 — One-Minute Reset #1: The Zip-Up Method A fast somatic tool for energetic sovereignty. 20:21–21:35 — Reset #1 Continued + Daily Ritualization Why to treat energetic hygiene like brushing your teeth. 21:35–22:32 — One-Minute Reset #2: Choose Who You Want to Be Intentional energetic identity. 22:32–24:54 — Micro-Boundaries That Change Everything Small ways to create space and self-permission. 24:54–27:04 — Holiday Boundaries in Action Leaving conversations, excusing yourself, honoring capacity. 27:04–29:12 — The Trap of Carrying Others' Problems Why emotional dumping isn't service — and how to stop. 29:12–31:42 — Energy Allocation, Professional vs. Personal Support Why your gifts deserve boundaries, structure, and compensation. 31:42–32:51 — One-Minute Reset #3: Regulate Through Sensation Finger taps, grounding through heels, somatic presence tools. 32:51–34:58 — Returning to the Body When You Dissociate Practical grounding cues and breath work. 34:58–37:04 — Creating the Pause + Letting Intuition Forward Silence, space, and the intuition in stillness. 37:04–40:34 — Intuition Gets Stronger in Community Mirroring, timeline collapse, co-regulation, and belonging. 40:34–41:46 — Why I Created The Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective™ Clear, intuitive, regulated community for spiritually gifted leaders. 41:46–42:59 — When You Need a Full Reset Introducing The Reset Retreat as an intuitive pivot point. 42:59–45:01 — The Name Change Story + Mediumship Wink Entrepreneur misspelling, your father's presence, emotional clarity. 45:01–48:13 — Grounding Practice to Close Your Energy Breath, touch, somatic anchoring, intuitive return. 48:13–50:49 — Closing, Review Request, and Holiday Wishes Final grounding, request for ratings + reviews, support for 2026. Keywords: Brenda Winkle, energetic leadership guide, psychic medium, somatic coach, intuitive spiritual entrepreneurs, conscious creators, educators, healers, mystics, holiday season, emotional challenges, energetic challenges, intuition, empathic individuals, emotional activation, trauma-informed practices, energetic clarity, emotional balance, deep memories, somatic experiences, nervous system, conflict-driven media, self-care, boundaries, micro boundaries, community, connection, clarity, Spiritual Entrepreneur Collective, grounding practices, emotional regulation, somatic tools, breathwork, reset retreat, collective energy, Mercury retrograde, new moon, spiritual gifts, emotional intelligence, nervous system health, self-validation, personal growth, healing, integration time, media consumption, sensory input, emotional burdens, self-reflection, intuitive practices, supportive content, energetic sovereignty, holiday overwhelm, self-compassion, intuitive guidance.

Every believer knows the sound of the inner critic. It tells you that you are too small, too inexperienced, too broken, or too tired for what God has called you to do. In this message from 1 Timothy 6:11 through 16, Pastor Steve shows how God speaks a stronger word than the voice inside us. Paul calls Timothy a man of God at a moment when Timothy likely felt anything but strong. That single name becomes a doorway into a much larger story.   This sermon brings your struggles, fears, and hidden battles into the light of God's character. He is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings, the one who holds life itself. When He names you, the inner critic loses its authority. Come hear how the Lord calls you to flee what harms your soul, pursue what strengthens it, and fight the good fight with the strength that He provides.

As today's teacher notes, self-compassion is different from self-esteem. Relying on building up our self-esteem tends to lead us to need a lot of external validation in order to feel ok. Instead, self-compassion is the idea that even with all of our flaws, we can still care about ourselves and see ourselves as infinitely worthy of love and belonging.  In this extended 30-minute practice, mindfulness teacher Diana Winston guides us through a process to get familiar with our self-judging voice and how we relate to our flaws, so that we can nurture compassion and recognize our own worthiness. Diana Winston is the Director of Mindfulness Education at UCLA's Mindful Awareness Research Center and author of several books including The Little Book of Being: Practices and Guidance for Uncovering your Natural Awareness. Note that there is an extended silent pause in the middle of this recording to give extra time to practice.  The transcription of this guided meditation will be online at Mindful.org next week.  Stay curious, stay inspired. Join our community by signing up for our free newsletter:  mindful.org/signup Show Notes Find more from Diana Winston here. Go Deeper We all have an interior voice that keeps a running commentary on everything we do. Occasionally that voice is encouraging or kind, but often it isn't. The thing is, most of us aren't even consciously aware of this constant internal chatter. We just think it's reality. Mindfulness gives us the tools to notice, recognize, and work with this mental monologue in ways that improve our ability to learn from mistakes, be accountable, make amends, and grow as people. To learn more about the Inner Critic and how to tame it, check out these resources from the website: Mindful Parenting: Meet Your Inner Critic with Self-Compassion  How to Teach Your Kids About Their Inner Critic  How to Recognize Your Inner Critic  How to Be Kind to Your Inner Critic  And for more ways to work with that pesky internal voice, try this practice: A Basic Meditation to Tame Your Inner Critic. And more from Mindful here: More episodes of 12 Minute Meditation Let us know what you thought of this episode of 12 Minute Meditation by leaving a review or by emailing yourwords@mindful.org.

Today sassy Meg is back! In today's episode we dive back into how our inner critic really, truly is a liar.

If you've ever felt spiritually disconnected—like everyone else gets signs, intuition, or guidance except you—this episode is for you. I'm breaking down what's really happening when you feel cut off from God, the Universe, or your inner wisdom… and why it has nothing to do with being "broken" and everything to do with being identified with your Inner Critic. We'll explore how your Authentic Self gets buried under survival strategies, why your nervous system mistakes safety for separation, and what it means to return to the part of you where the divine already lives. From childhood patterns to the emotions you've avoided, this conversation reveals that you were never abandoned—you were simply disconnected from yourself. ✨ Tune in and discover how to shift out of survival identity, reconnect with your spiritual truth, and come home to the divine within you with compassion, courage, and deep belonging.   Your weekly reflection questions: Where in my life am I mistaking spiritual disconnection for disconnection from my Authentic Self? What part of me have I been judging, suppressing, or avoiding that is actually asking for love and attention? How does my Inner Critic identity try to protect me, and what would shift if I met that part with compassion instead of fear?  

In this conversation, Chris LaFay (Founder, Classic City Consulting) shares a decade of hard-won lessons on staying profitable, avoiding bloat, and building an agency that lasts. We dig into “one-glass focus,” why not niching can still be strategic, when to pass on work, partnerships without finders fees, pricing and retainers, and the KPI that quietly compounds new business: intentional outreach.In this episode, you'll learnWhy “one glass” focus beats scattered growthProject variety vs. “niching down” (and how to niche by systems, not industry)The comparison trap: learning from peers without copy-pasting their playbookWhen referral partnerships work without commissions—and when they don'tThe 4 R's growth engine: Retain → Reactivate → Referral → Recruit (new)Don't hire on a hope: catching operational bloat before it sinks marginsPricing, retainers, and the “help agencies look great” strategyThe single KPI Chris tracks in good seasons: weekly intentional check-insHow to handle sunk costs with a “fans-first” lens (Savannah Bananas inspo)Mentorship as a cheat code for clarity and decisive actionChapters:00:00 Intro 09:04 One-Glass Focus: creator energy, momentum, and why projects stay interesting 11:29 Project Variety > Burnout: why new client problems keep the work fresh 14:15 Do You Need a Niche? Niching by WordPress/Shopify & repeatable frameworks 15:32 Peer Comparison Without Copy-Paste: learning from others, keeping identity 18:44 Outreach > Everything: how early agencies stall without consistent relationship-building 25:24 Partnerships Sans Finder Fees: when passing leads is the value (and exceptions) 31:10 Adding Value to Your Agency Network: beyond referrals; community & support 32:17 Risk You're Glad You Took: the hiring lesson that reshaped the business 37:51 Silencing the Inner Critic: external processing & mentor mirrors 41:22 Most Valuable KPI: weekly intentional reach-outs (and why they compound) 46:55 Action Taker You Admire: David Feldman & decisive leadership 51:49 Sunk Costs & When to Quit: “fans-first” filter + staying lean on OPEXConnect with Chris:Founder – Classic City Consulting Website: https://classiccity.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lafay/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7aHdpQXccPOE9YTcDJe4gZConnect with Brian: Web:⁠ https://brianondrako.com⁠ LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianondrako/If you're an early-stage B2B Founder, join the Sales Skills For Founders newsletter and learn to “un-suck” at sales, one newsletter at a time.

Welcome to the final video of my series on nurse burnout! In this episode, I'm getting personal because we're talking about the real battlefield—the one inside your mind.Do you feel like your inner critic is louder than any praise? Or that burnout has become so personal, you feel like you're the problem? I want to remind you: You are not the problem; you are the solution.I believe that healthcare can shape you, but it should never define you. I'm here to help you recognize when that inner critic is driving and instead activate your "inner coach," which is filled with truth, values, and possibility.In this talk, I share my practical keys to:Self-Discovery: Figuring out who you are beyond your title.Self-Manifestation: Doing the work to strip away the false labels and become who you were intended to be.Daily Power Practices: Using affirmations and declarations to set your intention, reclaim your power, and build yourself up every single day.This isn't just an end; it's the beginning of your return to yourself.And if you want to continue this work, comment "Count me in" below! I'll add you to the interest list for my new 6-month virtual course, "Cultivating the Inner Coach," which starts in January 2026.

In this episode of the Dethroning Your Inner Critic Podcast, I'm diving into what it really means to design your life—not from control, strategy, or "shoulds," but from embodiment, vision, and trust in your Authentic Self.

Send us a textThere's a voice in your head that's been quietly draining your wallet—and she sounds so reasonable.  “It's just $12.”  “You deserve it.” “This will finally fix everything.”That's not logic. That's your inner critic—a subconscious program designed to keep you safe through control, comparison, and consumption. And right now, as the holidays ramp up, she's the loudest she's been all year.In this episode of The Cosmic Valkyrie Podcast, Lynn Louise Larson—Master Certified Hypnotist and creator of the Evolution 10X Method—pulls back the curtain on how your critic hijacks your brain's reward system and tricks you into emotional spending. You'll learn the neuroscience and energetic mechanics behind impulse buying, why dopamine keeps you chasing that “quick fix,” and how to shift from willpower to alignment.

Self-care is important, but self-talk is even more crucial. You must learn to become your own best friend. Would you talk to your friend the way you talk to yourself? No, absolutely not. This issue was brought up in the singles love reading this week, where the symbol was the Tree (00:05:10). You need to leave your current environment. How do we do that? We make a plan and start taking the steps to get there. But first, you must believe that it's possible and that you deserve this new life. I conclude with sexy messages (00:31:31). ⚠️ These are performances and for entertainment purposes only. Make Good Decisions www.lovesexandtarot.com lovesexandtarot@gmail.com Socials: @lovesexandtarot

In this episode of the Dethroning Your Inner Critic Podcast, I'm diving into what it truly means to begin again—not from lack or fear, but from wisdom, courage, and trust in your Authentic Self.

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Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by an inner critic that constantly tells you you're not good enough, that you should be doing more, or that you'll never get it right? This inner narrative can be so persistent and familiar that it feels like it's just a part of who you are. But what if you could separate yourself from these critical thoughts and see them for what they really are: just thoughts?   In today's episode, I'm teaching you the powerful concept of unblending. Unblending is the process of separating yourself from negative, critical thoughts or emotional states so that you can observe them objectively, rather than being swept up by them. We'll explore a simple exercise that helps you shift from being fully immersed in your inner critic to observing it with distance and clarity.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/196   Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Episode 472 features Dr. Sheila Gujrathi, a biotech entrepreneur, executive, and champion for under represented leaders. Her new book, "The Mirror Effect: A Transformative Approach To Growth For The Next Generation Of Female Leaders" is out now.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Book Announcement02:15 The Unmet Need: Writing for My Younger Self05:30 Overcoming Challenges: A Personal Journey09:45 The Power of Mentorship and Sponsorship14:00 Spiritual Growth and Finding Purpose18:20 Building a Personal Board of Directors23:10 The Inner Critic and Self-Compassion28:45 The Importance of Storytelling in Leadership33:00 Navigating Negative Work Environments37:15 Conclusion: Embracing Vulnerability and ConnectionFind Sheila Online:Website: ​​https://sheilagujrathimd.com/ TEDxTalk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DpDx6T3-X4 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-gujrathi-md/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheilagujrathimd/ Book: https://sheilagujrathimd.com/book/ About Sheila:Sheila is a biotech entrepreneur, executive, and champion for under represented leaders. Over the past 25 years, she's had the privilege of developing life-changing medicines for patients with serious diseases while building and running private and public biotech companies—including some exciting exits. Today she's a founder, chairwoman, board director, strategic advisor, and consultant to start-up companies and investment funds. Dr. Gujrathi was the co-founder and former CEO of Gossamer Bio and former Chief Medical Officer of Receptos. Her journey started at Northwestern University, where she earned both her M.D. and biomedical engineering degree, and took her from the halls of Harvard, UCSF, and Stanford to the corporate offices of Fortune 500 companies like McKinsey, Genentech, and Bristol-Myers Squibb.Dr. Gujrathi has earned multiple leadership awards, including AIMBE Fellow, BLOC100 Luminary, Healthcare Technology Report Top 25 Women Leaders in Biotechnology, Corporate Directors Forum Director of the Year, and Fiercest Women in Life Sciences. But what really lights her up is creating the inclusive environments she wished she'd had throughout her career. That's why she co-founded the Biotech CEO Sisterhood, a group of trailblazing female CEOs—because we're all better when we support each other.

If your inner narrator won't give it a rest — constantly judging, narrating, or second-guessing you — you're in good company. In this live conversation from our weekly Substack sessions, Dan sits down with meditation teacher Dawn Mauricio to explore how to work with the nonstop chatter in your mind. They dig into common pitfalls like self-judgment, overthinking, and the feeling that you're "failing" at meditation — and how small mindset shifts can turn those moments into wins. Dawn offers practical, kind, and often funny guidance for bringing gentleness and curiosity to your practice, whether your eyes are closed on the cushion or open while doomscrolling. Plus, Dan and Dawn swap tips on finding meditation community, celebrating awareness instead of berating yourself, and making mindfulness a little more doable — even when your mind won't shut up. Related Episodes: Am I Meditating Correctly? Am I Doing the Right Kind?How to Handle Difficult People | Dawn Mauricio Tickets are now on sale for a special live taping of the 10% Happier Podcast with guest Pete Holmes! Join us on November 18th in NYC for this benefit show, with all proceeds supporting the New York Insight Meditation Center. Grab your tickets here! Tickets are now available for an intimate live event with Dan on November 23rd as part of the Troutbeck Luminary Series. Join the conversation, participate in a guided meditation, and ask your questions during the Q&A. Click here to buy your ticket! Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris

Most of us have that voice in our head that says we're not ready, not good enough, or just faking it—and Jay Schwedelson is here to shut that voice up for good. In this episode, Jay explains how negative self-talk sneaks into your brain, why it's so convincing, and the weird trick he uses to stop it instantly. Plus, he somehow ties it all back to Mean Girls, Rocky, and Eddie Murphy.ㅤBest Moments:(01:15) Why switching careers into marketing isn't as hard as you think(02:18) The sneaky power of negative self-talk and how everyone falls for it(03:49) What UCLA's research says about how self-doubt rewires your brain(05:14) The hilarious but effective way Jay shuts up his inner critic(07:00) Jay's unapologetic list of the greatest movies ever madeㅤCheck out our 100% FREE + VIRTUAL EVENTS! ->Guru Conference - The World's Largest Virtual EMAIL MARKETING Conference - Nov 6-7!Register here: www.GuruConference.comㅤCheck out Jay's YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@schwedelsonCheck out Jay's TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@schwedelsonCheck Out Jay's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jayschwedelson/ㅤMASSIVE thank you to our Sponsor, Marigold!!Email chaos across campuses, branches, or chapters? Emma by Marigold lets HQ keep control while local teams send on-brand, on-time messages with ease.Podcast & GURU listeners: 50 % off your first 3 months with an annual plan (new customers, 10 k-contact minimum, terms apply).Claim your offer now at jayschwedelson.com/emma

Send us a textDoubt's voice can sound smart, caring, even protective. It whispers you're not ready, asks what if you fail, and points to every past misstep as proof you should wait. Today we flip that script by naming the two sides of your inner voice—the protector and the leader—and showing how to train your language so your actions match the future you want, not the fear you remember.We start by mapping how self-talk becomes outcomes: thoughts spark emotions, emotions drive actions, and actions shape results. From there, we get tactical with clean, usable reframes you can try right away. Trade I hope this works for I'm built for this. Replace what if I fail with I grow with every attempt. Move I'm not ready yet into I take action and figure it out. These aren't fluffy affirmations; they're strategic prompts that cue your nervous system to lean into calculated risk and future growth.Belief needs scaffolding, so we unpack a simple three-part method to make new beliefs stick: repetition to wire the language, visualization to give your mind a target, and celebration to reward progress and lock in momentum. We pair that with a nightly alignment check—did I live as my highest self today?—so behavior becomes evidence. Act before you feel ready, gather small wins, and let those results strengthen the belief that you can handle more.By the end, you'll have a compact toolkit to shift from protector-dominated self-talk to leader-led action: precise language swaps, a repeatable belief-building loop, and a practical way to turn intention into proof. If this helped you take one step forward, share it with a friend who needs it, subscribe for more Five-Minute Friday hits, and leave a quick review to tell us which reframe you're claiming next. To Reach Jordan:Email: Jordan@Edwards.Consulting Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ejFXH1_BjdnxG4J8u93Zw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.edwards.7503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanfedwards/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanedwards5/ Hope you find value in this. If so please provide a 5-star and drop a review.Complimentary Edwards Consulting Session: https://calendly.com/jordan-edwardsconsulting/30min

Your inner critic: that voice in your head that says, “You're not good enough,” or “You'll never stick with this.” We all have one. But what if there was a way to take back your power—starting with something as simple (and science-backed) as giving it a name?In this episode of Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist, Molly dives into the neuroscience and psychology behind naming your inner critic and how this deceptively small move can have a big impact on your identity, your habits, and your peace of mind.In this episode:Why self-critical thoughts become default neural pathwaysWhat psychology research tells us about the “self-critic sequence”How naming your inner critic creates psychological distance and disrupts habit loopsThe brain science behind identity-based changeWhat to do when your critic shows up (including journaling prompts and self-compassion techniques)You'll also hear how Molly uses the phrase “Old Molly” to talk back to her own inner critic—and how this practice can create space for a new self to emerge.This is your brain's inner dialogue—rewired for growth.Resources Mentioned:Work of Dr. Kristin Neff on self-compassionIdentity-based habits from James ClearPsychology research on emotion naming and self-criticismDialogical Self TheoryYour Think Thursday Challenge:Choose a name for your inner criticSpeak to it with awareness and intentionJournal about the shifts you noticeYou're not trying to silence the voice—you're learning how to lead it. And that's how you move from reaction to intention, and from habit to identity.Subscribe to the Alcohol Minimalist for more episodes like this. And if this resonated with you, share it with someone who's working on self-talk and habit change.Until next time—choose peace, and choose good thoughts. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Dethroning Your Inner Critic Podcast, I'm breaking down what it really means to design the blueprint for an extraordinary life—one that's not built on perfection, striving, or comparison, but on authenticity, alignment, and self-leadership.

Do you ever feel like you're too self-aware? You can name every childhood wound and pattern… yet your inner critic still takes over? Welcome to the Awareness Trap. In this episode, Christine guides you through a 5-minute somatic shift so you can stop mentally analyzing your Inner Critic — and start embodying freedom from it. You'll learn: Why insight alone doesn't create transformation How the inner critic is really a protective response A simple practice to shift from self-judgment to self-leadership If you're self-aware but still stuck… this is for you. Save your spot for the FREE Awareness Trap Masterclass: ChristineHassler.com/free

On practices of empowerment, support and the archetypes that instruct and inspire us to evolve. (0:00) — Introduction and Guest Overview (2:47) — Table of Contents and Initial Discussion (7:34) — Confidence Paradox and Internalized Patriarchy (11:08) — Archetypes and Inner Critic (21:47) — Motherhood Paradox and Reflection Questions (22:26) — Archetypes and Personal Growth (24:44) — Vision for Life and Financial Security (27:24) — Path of Purpose and Job Crafting (41:12) — Final Thoughts and Gratitude Megan Dalla-Camina is the founder of Women Rising, a global women's empowermentcompany supporting hundreds of thousands of women through leadership, education, and transformational growth. A PhD researcher in women's spirituality, she brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership and entrepreneurship into her work guiding women to reclaim their feminine power. Megan weaves ancient wisdom, embodied practice, and modern science to help women awaken to the truth of who you are. Megan is the best selling author of 4 books including Women Rising: The Forces That Hold Us Back, The Tools To Help Us Rise (Wiley), and Simple Soulful Sacred: A Woman's Guide To Clarity, Comfort and Coming Home To Herself (Hay House).

We all know the voice of the inner critic — it tells us we're not ready, not enough, or bound to fail. In this episode, Dora reflects on how self-doubt shows up and offers mindful practices like pausing, breathing, and self-reparenting to meet that voice with compassion instead of judgment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Creativity as a Lifeline: A Conversation with Jaime TownzenWhat happens when grief, loss, and uncertainty open a doorway back to creativity? In this soulful episode of The Creative Genius Podcast, host Kate Shepherd speaks with artist and author Jaime Townzen about how watercolour became her lifeline during a dark time, and how following her spark led her to write and publish her debut novel Absorbed. Together they explore creativity as healing, intuition as guidance, the courage to embrace being an artist, and how art helps us through times of crisis.Listeners will hear about Jaime's journey from stay-at-home mom to professional artist and novelist, the power of daily creative rituals, the role of curiosity as an antidote to anxiety, and how to trust your own calling. This conversation is a balm for anyone longing to reconnect with their creative spark and live more fully as themselves.This week on the Creative Genius Podcast, I sat down with artist and author Jaime Townzen. Her story is one of grief, healing, and rediscovering herself through creativity — a path that eventually led her to publish her first novel Absorbed.We talked about why art matters in times of crisis, how daily creative rituals can reorient your whole life, and what it means to follow your calling even when it doesn't make sense on paper.Jaime's journey is a beautiful reminder that creativity isn't indulgent — it's essential.

✨ Welcome to Squiggly Shortcuts — a series from the Squiggly Careers podcast, bringing you quick career tips in just 5 minutes, every Thursday. In this shortcut, Sarah shares three practical reframes to help you quieten your inner critic — the fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs that hold you back in your squiggly career. From fear of failure to feeling “not good enough” or being put on the spot, we all have gremlins trying to stop us.Episode 505

What if a powerful and profound therapy session happened without saying a single word—just by standing in a field with a 1,200-pound mirror? In this deeply personal solo episode of HEAL with Kelly, I take you inside my transformative equine therapy session, where the horses became profound teachers of authenticity, protection, boundaries, and emotional release. You'll hear how one horse reflected back my inner critic, how another embodied a protective masculine energy I had never fully experienced before, and how these encounters helped me release grief, regulate my nervous system, and reconnect with my essence of joy and awe. Beyond the corral, I guide you through my process of conscious creation — from gratitude journaling to visualization practices, to the simple yet powerful phrase “Just Imagine.” You'll learn how imagination, elevated emotion, and gratitude combine to rewire the brain, shift your biochemistry, send new information into the invisible field around you, and open you up to new dimensions of infinite possibility. We'll explore how frustration, control, and timelines can block manifestation and why the key is to trust the field, not the how. I also share personal stories of loss, alignment, and rediscovery, revealing how consistent healing work and faith in divine intelligence create space for true miracles. This episode is for anyone ready to reclaim their creative power, elevate their vibration, and remember that when we align with joy and truth, life shows up in the most miraculous and beautiful ways.  Key Moments You'll Love ✨:

My guest is Steven Pressfield, author of The War of Art and expert in how to overcome the inner force of "resistance"—the self-sabotaging tendency to procrastinate on your life's most important work that keeps you from realizing your professional and creative potential. Steven shares actionable tools for defeating inner resistance that work. His approach is concrete, not based on slogans or inspirational messages. As the author of numerous best-selling books and screenplays, Steven's routines for cultivating discipline and focus, including his physical training regimen (he is incredibly mentally and physically vigorous at 82), are applicable by anyone. He gives you effective practical strategies for how to structure your day, overcome procrastination and self-doubt and do your best, most meaningful work. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AGZ by AG1: https://drinkagz.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Rorra: https://rorra.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Steven Pressfield (00:04:55) Ideas & Resistance, Tree & Shadow Analogy (00:08:45) Military, Pushing Through Resistance, War of Art (00:10:14) Physical Training, Tools: Capturing Ideas, Little Successes (00:16:11) Sponsors: Helix Sleep & BetterHelp (00:18:36) Ideas, Invocation of the Muse, Goddess (00:23:19) Writing, Focus, Inner Critic, Perfectionism, Tool: Think in Multiple Drafts (00:28:21) Writing Session; Workout Analogy & Concentration (00:32:28) Aspiring Writers & Focused Hours; Work Session Timing; Phones (00:35:31) Inner Voice; Storytelling, Advertising (00:39:45) Soul & Growth, Creativity, Your Calling & Voices of Resistance, Suppression (00:48:10) Loved Ones: Projection, Resistance & Sabotage (00:51:04) Sponsors: AGZ by AG1 & Rorra (00:53:52) Angry & Numbing Out, Resistance, Internet; Following Your Calling (00:59:00) Mentors: Lessons on Focus & Quitting (01:06:46) Perfectionism (01:10:42) Contemplating Your Mortality, Family Honor (01:16:49) Proving Yourself & Competition (01:22:01) First Movie, Failure, Analyze Feedback?, Tool: Self-Evaluation (01:28:28) Book Success, One-Hit Wonders; Book Titles (01:34:22) Sponsor: Function (01:36:09) Personal Sacrifice; High Achievers & Unbalanced Life; Social Media (01:44:44) Tool: Turning Pro, Amateur vs Professional Habits, Failure, Feelings (01:49:32) Cost of Turning Pro, Tool: Taking Oneself Seriously & Others' Reactions (01:56:42) Creativity: Practical Advice & Muse; Acts of Faith; Surrender (02:04:00) Sponsor: David (02:05:17) Workspace, Uncomfortable Chair, Physical Labor, Complaining (02:08:13) Forthcoming Book, Book Recommendations (02:13:46) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know the voice of self-doubt — it tells us we're not ready, not enough, or don't belong. In this episode, Dora reflects on her own experience of almost letting fear hold her back and shares mindful practices to label, soften, and move through self-doubt with compassion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices