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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
All human beings are born with an inner critical "voice." It is a gift which is given to us through the process of indoctrination into a family, culture, religion, etc. In this meditation we explore ways of making good friends with that harsh inner-voice. Meditation can be challenging at times. Occasionally we may experience things which surprise as a result. If you have any questions or concerns in regards to this, or other meditation practices, please feel free to message me through my website: www.suchsweetthunder.orgI have been practicing meditation for 40 years and have been successfully teaching meditation worldwide since 2009, giving talks, facilitating retreats, and have authored two books. I have received formal training in Theravada, Mahayana (Tibetan, Zen,) and Vedanta meditation techniques as well as Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness, MBSR, Neuroplasticity, Non-Violent Communication, and Buddhist Psychology. I teach from a secular voice and I am passionate about bringing timeless wisdom teachings to people of any faith, belief system, or tradition.If you find these podcasts helpful please consider making a donation: PayPal.me/suchsweetthunderMay All Benefit
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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Let's talk about your inner critic. We all have one, and at times they can get really loud. It can make for a pretty unpleasant inner world, and can hold you back from showing up in the world the way you otherwise might.Today I'm sharing four things you need to know about your inner critic so they don't run (or ruin!) your life. From this episode:First Peoples' Assembly VictoriaWebsite: firstpeoplesvic.orgInstagram: @firstpeoplesvic Let's Connect! Please get in touch with any questions, suggestions for future episode topics, and to let me know how you're going applying what I share in the podcast in your own life. Come say hi on instagram: @_anniecarterAnd head to my website anniecarter.com.au for some free gifts, and to sign up for emails from me. You can find out more about my business, Eve Studio at evestudio.com.au or follow us on instagram: @_evestudio_ I'd love your supportPlease help me to continue to grow this podcast. Some small and very helpful things you could do: share an episode with a friend subscribe to the podcast on your favourite player leave a (5 star!) rating and review share a screenshot of an episode (and your reflection) on your socials Thanks so much!
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.
Dr. Laura welcomes Laura Munson, the #1 New York Times, USA Today, and international best-selling author of novel “Willa's Grove”, memoir “This Is Not the Story You Think It Is”, and recent self-help book “The Wild Why”, to the show. Laura Munson tells Dr. Laura about the impetus behind the writing of her new book, “The Wild Why”, and her passion for bringing wonder back into the world. As Laura explains, wonder can release our creativity and free us from the hustle culture that leads to burnout. When Laura Munson talks about writing from a place of service, she's referring to her epiphany that she wanted to write “to shine a light on a dim or otherwise pitch black corner, to provide relief for myself and others”. That has shaped much of her career since. She and Dr. Laura discuss how imposter syndrome and a fear of failure can be reframed, the inner critters or saboteurs we all have within us, the dangerous reality of burnout, and how to value the questions in life that lead to wonder. This interview opens us up to a new way of looking at our fears and engaging with the world around us for positive benefit. “I'm not saying put down your sword of ambition or your dream to impact the world and yourself in it. I'm just saying that when we grasp the small moments that are full of wonder all around us, that's when I feel that we can truly be connecting with ourselves so that we can authentically connect with the world around us, whether it's career or interpersonal relationships.” - Laura MunsonAbout Laura Munson:Laura Munson is the New York Times, USA Today, and international best-selling author of the novel Willa's Grove, the memoir This Is Not The Story You Think It Is, and the self-help book The Wild Why. She has been published in nine countries and has been featured in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, Washington Post, Publishers' Weekly, and published in the New York Times ‘Modern Love' Column, the New York Times Magazine ‘Lives' Column, O. Magazine, Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper, and many others. Laura is the founder of the acclaimed Haven Writing Retreats, speaks at women's conferences and literary events, and has appeared on Good Morning America, The Early Show, NPR, and media outlets across the globe. She lives in Montana. Lauramunson.com Resources:Website: LauraMunson.comInstagram: @LauraMunsonAuthorHaven Writing Retreats“The Wild Why: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder” by Laura MunsonShe Writes PressLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology Pre-order Dr. Laura's new book today: I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send Me a Message! This episode looks at what happens when perfectionism gets in the way of creating anything at all. Over the past month, I've been stuck in the repetitive obsessive-cycle of record, doubt, delete, repeat. Each recording felt...off. And my inner critic made sure I knew about it.I talk through what it feels like, the hesitation before pressing record, the pressure to get it exactly right, and how easily the delete button stalled any progress I was making. Thankfully I am able to share the small shifts that enabled me to get this one across the line. Recording in a different space, lowering my expectations, and letting the stumbles stay in. After all, this is the most honest, real, vulnerable, raw, genuine and fair dinkum podcast on the internet. It doesn't need to be polished and "perfect"! Support the showYou can follow me on Instagram: @elliot.t.waters, and the show on Facebook!
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Send us a textHave you ever felt like something inside you was holding you back, but you couldn't quite name it? Like every time you get close to the dream, something quietly convinces you to stop?In this episode—the third installment of the Limiting Beliefs series—we explore one of the most dangerous lies: the kind that sounds like your own voice. The kind that doesn't shout “You can't,” but gently whispers, “This is just who you are.”Terri breaks down how fear disguises itself as identity, weaving itself into your inner monologue until you're no longer sure what's you and what's survival. Using the powerful metaphor of painted stripes on a zebra, she illustrates how false narratives form over time, often beginning with childhood conditioning, rejection, failure, or shame. These “painted-on” beliefs start to feel real because they've been repeated—by others, by your inner critic, and eventually, by your own actions.Through personal storytelling and real-time reflection, Terri explores her own fear of visibility and how it shaped her approach to success. She unpacks the ways in which staying behind the scenes became a defense mechanism—one she misidentified as a personality trait. This episode invites you to ask bold questions, challenge inherited scripts, and reclaim the parts of you that got buried under repetition and fear.Whether you're building a dream, breaking old patterns, or simply trying to understand your resistance to growth, this conversation will help you spot the fraud you've been living with—and remind you of the truth underneath.#LimitingBeliefs #PersonalGrowthPodcast #Fear #Identity #SelfSabotage #MindsetShift #IdentityWork #OvercomingFear #DreamChaser #MentalBlocks #Emotional #Healing #shadowwork #FearOfSuccess #AuthenticSelf #ThoughtsOfADreamer
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
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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
In this episode of The Millionaire Woman Show, Debra Kasowski invites you to quiet the noise of self-doubt and rise into courageous action. Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or navigating a personal crossroads, your inner critic often shows up right before your next big breakthrough. Debra unpacks how to recognize that voice for what it truly is — a messenger, not a master — and how to take bold, aligned steps even when fear tries to hold you back. Through empowering reflections and real-life leadership wisdom, you'll learn how to build confidence through action, trust your intuition, and make decisions with courage and clarity.
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).
In this episode, I talk about how to stop your inner critic sabotaging your life, drawing on my own personal experience of healing. I hope that you find it helpful. To find out more about my work:- Go to my Website Online courses Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating - a course to help you heal your relationship with food. Online Breaking Free from Bulimia - a course to help you break free from bulimia nervosa. Eating Disorders Training for Professionals - training for therapists in working with clients with eating disorders. Body Image Training for Professionals - training for therapists in working with clients with body image issues.
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 ✨:
In this episode of the Dethroning Your Inner Critic Podcast, I'm sharing one of the most powerful transformations I've ever experienced—what happened when I met my Inner Critic face-to-face in the vortex energy of Sedona. From the moment “Worrying Wilhelmina” showed up, trying to make everyone happy and fix what wasn't mine to fix, I was invited into a deeper truth: that real safety doesn't come from control or perfection—it comes from presence, trust, and self-compassion.
Welcome to the Sister Episode of It's All Related! Sonia T. and Sabrina are taking over the podcast his week, and they're exploring the language of life. They're giggling about the intuitive lessons they have learned in their lives, and encouraging listeners to quiet that barking dog so that intuition can flow freely! This week's theme is: An intuitive life is led by creativity and flexibility. Reserve your seat at the Speed Dial Your Guidance Experience today! Highlights: Life lessons learned from French school. [2:30] Neurodivergence and intuition in the face of rigidity. [6:22] The delightful evolution of consciousness. [10:10] Fitting in when you are born to stand out. [14:57] Bad vibes = control issues. [18:07] Feeling critical? Take a nap! [22:25] Get creative and let the ideas flow. [27:00] The beauty of context in conversation. [30:15] Tool of the Week: Embrace flexibility for an intuitive life. [35:35] Food allergies, stifled creativity, and kazoos, oh my! This week the sisters are diving into the world of fitting in when you were born to stand out. For intuitives, fitting in can be a real challenge, whether it's in school as a child or in social situations as an adult. When you feel control, or the need to be right, creeping in, consider if what you're about to say is really necessary. Maybe it's simply your spirit nudging you to create a bit of space between you and those around you. Your inner critic is bound to get activated, but it doesn't have to stay that way. Take a nap, take a walk, or take time to get creative. Consider if you really want to stay in a critical state of mind, and do what it takes to reset your barking dog. If you need to, write down the facts (not the feelings) so that you can make an informed decision about what is really happening around you, and then chose to live on a higher plane. Tool of the Week: Embrace flexibility for an intuitive life. [35:35] Continue on Your Journey: Your Glorious Life Sonia C's In the Moment Guidance Good Vibes Tribe More Sonia Choquette Follow Sonia Choquette on Instagram Sonia Choquette on YouTube Sonia Choquette's Book Read Life ACCURATELY: Recognize and Respond to What's Really Happening Soul Mastery: 22 Lessons to Reinvent Your Life Order Sonia Choquette's Trust Your Vibes Guided Journal True Balance book by Sonia C. More Sonia Tully Psychic YOUniversity Level 1 Waitlist Psychic YOUniversity Level 2 Waitlist Book a Reading with Sonia Tully Sonia on Substack Follow Sonia Tully on Instagram Book a Discovery Call with Sonia Tully Free Spiritual Toolkit and Meditation Connect with Sabrina Tully Buy Sonia and Sabrina's Book You Are Amazing Share with us your questions and vibe stories at itsallrelatedpodcastquestions@gmail.com and vibecheck@soniatully.com
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Have you ever found yourself holding onto feelings of guilt or shame long after a difficult experience or mistake? In this episode, Jill sits down with Dr. Carolyn Allard, a leading voice in trauma-focused psychology and research. Together, they unpack the complex nature of guilt and shame, especially when these emotions become non-adaptive in the face of trauma or hardship. Carolyn, who is also the author of Transform Your Guilt and Shame: Evidence-Based Strategies to Heal from Trauma and Adversity, shares how to recognize the difference between guilt and shame and introduces the idea of “non-adaptive guilt and shame” (NAGS). You'll gain insight into how these emotions link to moral injury and other trauma responses, and walk away with actionable tools such as hindsight bias and justification analysis to better understand, challenge, and manage them.Listen and Learn: How guilt and shame differ lies in focus, as guilt is about actions and shame is about identity, and why they matterHow moral injury can emerge from situations where individuals face impossible choices that conflict with their values, leading to lasting feelings of guilt and shameWhy we feel non-adaptive guilt and shame often comes down to distorted beliefs about responsibility, justification, and values, and how understanding these patterns helps us break free from self-blame and move toward self-compassionHow hindsight bias can trick us into unfair self-judgment, and by reflecting on our choices and context at the time, we can gain a clearer, kinder perspectiveUnderstanding the difference between accountability (being answerable) and responsibility (having control or intention) and how this helps us untangle guilt and shame, process mistakes effectively, and break the self-reinforcing cycles of trauma that impair our ability to act according to our valuesResources: Transform Your Guilt and Shame: Evidence-Based Strategies to Heal from Trauma and Adversity: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781433843419 Carolyn's Website: https://www.carolynallardphd.com/Connect with Carolyn on Social Media: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/carolynallardphd.bsky.social Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/p/Carolyn-Allard-PhD LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-allard-99749155/About Carolyn B. AllardCarolyn B. Allard ,PhD, ABPP, is internationally recognized for her trauma-focused research and clinical expertise. She is a licensed, board-certified clinical psychologist, Distinguished Professor and Program Director of the Clinical Psychology PhD Program at Alliant International University. Before that, she directed a trauma clinic at the VA San Diego Healthcare System and served as clinical faculty at the University of California San Diego. Carolyn also serves on the executive council of the American Psychological Association's Trauma Division and its scientific journal's editorial board, and has over 200 scientific publications and presentations. For over 20 years, she has been providing therapy, training and consultation in empirically supported therapy for posttraumatic distress; and conducting research focused on socio-cultural and contextual predictors of posttraumatic distress and treatment outcomes. She co-developed Trauma Informed Guilt Reduction (TrIGR), the evidence-based therapy that is the basis of her latest book, Transform Your Guilt and Shame, a self-guided workbook. Besides making psychology accessible, Carolyn is passionate about traveling and promoting compassion. Visit CarolynAllardPhD.com for more information.Related Episodes:118. Moral Injury and Shame with Lauren Borges and Jacob Farnsworth416. Trauma and PTSD Treatment with Robyn Walser383. What My Bones Know: C-PTSD with Stephanie Foo417. Busting Trauma Treatment Myths with Emi Nietfeld405. Taming the Inner Critic with Holly Yates and Shawn Whooley341. Self-Forgiveness with Grant Dewar279. ACT for Healing Black Racial Trauma with Jennifer Shepard PayneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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're taking out the mental garbage — the “you're not enough / you're too much / who the hell do you think you are?” soundtrack — and swapping it for inner wisdom that actually serves us. Our guest, Megan Dalla-Camina, bestselling author and founder of Women Rising, breaks down 13 inner-critic archetypes and gives us a simple 3-step system to catch the story, question it, and reframe it so we can move — with clarity — toward what we actually want. She's the author of books including Simple Soulful Sacred, which brings leadership and spirituality together to offer practical, soulful pathways to help women rise into their power and awaken their inner wisdom. We also dig into how patriarchy scripts so many of these voices, why “taming” beats “silencing,” and what it looks like to let your critic ride in the car… but never drive. We Cover Why naming your inner-critic archetype gives you leverage (language = power) The light side and shadow side of traits like perfectionism (at what cost?) The 3-step loop: Catch the story → “Is it true?” → Reframe How stress and burnout reactivate old patterns — and how to get back to wise self-leadership Moving from external validation to inner wisdom (aka you're the decider) Bottom line: you may not silence your head trash forever, but you can change the relationship, reclaim your power, and let your inner wisdom lead the way. Connect with Megan: Website: megandallacamina.com Inner Critic Quiz (free): megandallacamina.com/innercriticquiz Book: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Soulful-Sacred-Megan-Dalla-Camina/dp/1401965873?utm_source=chatgpt.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandallacamina/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/megandallacamina/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/megandallacamina/ Related Podcast Episodes: How To Rewire Patterns That No Longer Serve You with Judy Wilkins-Smith | 323 Gentleness: Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others with Courtney Carver | 282 VI4P - Head Trash and Giving Grace on the Journey (Chapter 7) Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!
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
Overcoming erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, delayed ejaculation, and other forms of sexual dysfunction in men is complex.This is part II of a two-part series.---Work with usReady to go deeper than the podcast and take action? Jason and I can help you break old patterns and transform your sex & love life for good. To see if you're a fit for our flagship program, Pillars of Presence, book a call here. Start anytime. (https://evolutionary.men/apply/)---Memorable quotes:“It was an energy of oppression in my body.”“Like many things in this field, men tend to not come forward around it."“I developed a fear of having sex.”“I had seen naturopaths, Western doctors, supplements, etc. and nothing helped.”“The core of its energy is that it has no heart for me.”“‘Be a good boy; we have to take care of mom.'”“I would have paid $100,000 for that result.”“It was a miracle in a lot of ways.”“My tissues could finally receive the medicine.”---Mentioned on this episode:Luke Adler: https://lukeadlerhealing.com/To book a call with me to discuss Sexual Mastery, go to melaniecurtin.com/sexualmastery
In this episode of the Dethroning Your Inner Critic Podcast, I'm diving into what it really takes to move through the unknown without letting fear or control run the show. As I prepare to lead a retreat in Sedona, I'm exploring why our minds grip so tightly when life feels uncertain—and how that tension in our thoughts, emotions, and nervous system keeps us stuck in old loops of survival. When we learn to regulate our body, release the old identity that fears the unknown, and anchor into the calm trust of our future self, life begins to open in ways we could never have planned. ✨ If you've ever felt on the edge of a new chapter but afraid to let go of control, this conversation will help you step into trust, alignment, and the peace that comes from letting life lead. Your weekly reflection questions: When you think about the next chapter of your life, do you notice your mind trying to control the unknown—or can you let yourself trust what you can't yet see? What stories does your Inner Critic tell you when things feel uncertain, and how do those stories show up in your body? If your future self—calm, grounded, and trusting—were here right now, how would she breathe, respond, or move through this moment?
Are you tired of feeling burned out, overwhelmed, and never “good enough”? In this episode of Masks Off for People Pleasers and Perfectionists, host Kim Gross dives deep into the mental prison of perfectionism — the exhausting cycle that keeps women, especially those in their 20s, chasing impossible standards.
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Join my upcoming Mindset Breakthrough Program: https://www.vickibaird.com/mindset-breakthrough-sign-up Take the saboteurs assessment by visiting this link: https://www.positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs/ In this heartfelt episode of Intuition: Your Success Compass, I'd like to introduce you to our cat Ubsy, who recently passed. Her quirky, joyful spirit taught me powerful lessons about being present, letting go of perfection, and finding beauty in the everyday. She was also a great challenge as all good teachers are. Ubsy's unapologetic way of living, zoomies, head-biting, and all, reminded me (and now I'm reminding you) that living authentically and embracing the small moments is where real magic lies. We explore how tuning into your intuition and your surroundings can deepen joy, reduce stress, and reconnect you to what matters most. This is an invitation to pause, notice, and celebrate the brilliance of your life… right now, not someday. Listen to the episode and get inspired to live with more intention, presence, and delight
Day 5: Higher Self Meditation for Confidence | Affirmations for Anxiety & Personal GrowthCongratulations on reaching Day 5: Higher Self Meditation for Confidence, the powerful conclusion to your 5 Days to a Calmer You journey! This final session is centered on Resilience Building/Positive Psychology, giving you the tools to move beyond anxiety management toward genuine Personal Growth and Self-Love.This episode features a transformative Higher Self meditation script designed to connect you with your inner wisdom, and a series of powerful affirmations for self-confidence and anxiety. We focus on cultivating courage to be with what is, empowering you to meet life's challenges from a place of strength and deep inner knowing.Use this meditation to solidify your new habits, build resilience, and embrace a mindset of confidence and self-acceptance.What you will gain from this Guided Session:A powerful Higher Self meditation to tap into your innate strength and confidence.Daily affirmations for self-confidence and anxiety relief.Techniques for cultivating courage and embracing acceptance (to be with what is).A foundational practice for Resilience Building and deep Personal Growth.This episode is specifically optimized for listeners searching for:Affirmations for self-confidence and anxietyHigher Self meditation scriptCultivating courage meditationResilience building positive psychologySelf-love meditation for personal growthGuided meditation on acceptance and confidenceThank you for completing the 5 Days to a Calmer You series. We encourage you to revisit any of these sessions whenever you need a boost of peace, calm, or confidence!Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/supportBuy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxietyRate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew's course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-painBreathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GBConnect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at calminganxiety@martinhewlett.co.ukYouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/Backing Music: Chris Collins===================Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEdZoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIbySony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPTGoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFlDJI Mini 2 - https://amzn.to/3NQfMdY=============================Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3
Special Guest: Andrea Owen Life coach. Author and Self described Hellraiser. Andrea Owen is passionate about empowering women to value themselves and fiercely love who they are. She helps high-achieving women let go of perfectionism, control, and isolation—urging them to choose courage and confidence instead. Her new book is called How to Stop Feeling Like Sh*t: 14 Habits that Are Holding You Back from Happiness. You can learn more about Andrea and her new book in the show notes to this podcast or on www.yourkickasslife.com. The post How to Deal with the Inner Critic & To Stop Feeling Like Sh*t with Andrea Owen – Rerelease appeared first on Dr Robyn Silverman.
Think fitness has to be all-or-nothing? That the only way to see results is to grind harder, sweat more, and push through pain? If you've ever felt stuck in the shame cycle of workouts that feel like punishment, this episode is going to flip the script.In this episode, I'm joined by Sadie Lincoln, co-founder and CEO of Barre3, to talk about why the fitness industry has sold women on shame and “no pain, no gain,” and how to replace it with a smarter, more sustainable model.We dive into Sadie's comfort → brave → fight framework, the truth about modifications as performance tools, and why short movement snacks throughout the day often beat one big sweat session. Sadie also shares how to tune into your body's sensations to quiet the inner critic, plus her honest take on wearables, recovery, and motivation that actually lasts.If you're ready to shift from grinding harder to working smarter, this episode will show you how to find strength, confidence, and longevity, in and out of the gym.Sadie Lincoln is the co-founder of Barre3, a global fitness company with over 200 studios and a thriving online platform. With more than 17 years of teaching experience, she's redefining what results look like for women by combining strength, cardio, and mindfulness into every class.We Also Discuss:(00:46) Why shame sells in fitness, yet never sticks(11:05) The mindset shift that makes workouts feel empowering, not punishing(20:46) How growth really happens, and why community matters more than willpower(25:33) The industry myth women should finally start questioning(38:22) One simple movement practice that can change your entire day(42:20) Why modifications aren't “less than”, they're the smarter way to train(46:31) Progression vs. perfection: redefining what success actually looks likeThank You to Our Sponsors:Timeline: 20% off of Mitopure Gummies. Just go to timeline.com/TARA, and see what it feels like when your recovery and strength finally click. Check out more from Broads:Website: https://www.broads.app/Instagram: @broads.podcast @broads.appFind more from Sadie Lincoln:Website: https://barre3.comInstagram: @barre3Instagram: @sadielincoln
In this calming 5-minute guided meditation, Alison (@theanxietyhealer) helps you quiet your inner critic and meet self-judgment with compassion. This short practice is perfect for anyone who finds themselves caught in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or harsh inner dialogue. Through grounding, gentle visualization, and soothing affirmations, you'll learn how to soften your inner voice, release self-criticism, and reconnect with your sense of worth. This meditation is a beautiful reminder that you are doing your best—and that's enough. Don't forget to rate and review The Chicks!
Whether you’re a ‘new year new me’ aficionado, a 5-year planner, or get sweaty at the thought of setting goals, this episode is for you.
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Episode Highlights With GeorgiaWhat the inner critic is and how it has gotten out of hand in the modern world Self esteem is something we are not born with, we have to develop itThe inner critic creates detachment and feelings of not being good enoughOur children pick up on the energy of our inner criticEveryone's inner critic is saying similar things and it doesn't go away but we can learn to tame itThe pleaser personalities and why this is more common in women and moms How these can lead to the tough inner question of who am I?Keep an emotional diary of what your inner critic is saying and write the opposite How we can pass these skills on to our kids and why starting earlier is betterWhat hypnosis is and how she uses it to help peopleHow to use self hypnosis to help address some of these core beliefs Why hypnosis is so effective and how to learn self hypnosisWhen you are in hypnosis, your brain really thinks you are there in that experience so it is a very powerful toolWith hypnosis, you don't have to go back into the memory or the past to healResources MentionedGeorgia's website - use code Katie001 for 25% off all progams (limited time!)Follow Georgia on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
The most toxic overload often comes from our own inner critic, feeding us doubts and harsh self-judgment. We'll practice consciously detaching from these limiting beliefs, replacing harsh narratives with compassionate acceptance. Learn to transform your inner voice into your most supportive and motivating ally. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: Release Toxic Overload: 7-Days to Shed Your Stress Welcome to this week's meditation series! Think of this week as a gift to yourself. You're invited to give yourself the gift of vital health and well-being. You'll begin this week's series with a special interview with Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, a renowned integrative dentist, author, and speaker who specializes in helping people improve their microbiomes. You'll discover how to improve your mind-body connection that starts in your mouth. Dr. Maddahi also developed a collection of signature dental products called the Lumineux brand that supports a healthy microbiome. LUMINEUX DENTAL CARE PRODUCTS Restore balance to your microbiome. When your mouth's microbiome is healthy, diverse, and thriving, the rest of your body will be thriving too. Traditional oral care products strip your mouth of all bacteria, good and bad. Lumineux's gentle formulas neutralize the bad while protecting the good. Receive 15% off your first order by visiting LumineuxHealth.com. Dr. MADDAHI'S BOOK "The Toxic Overload: The Truth About Your Body's Natural Defenses and How to Experience Whole-Body Health -- 30 Days to a Healthy Life" DR. MADDAHI'S WEBSITE drmaddahi.com DR. MADDAHI'S EMAIL drmaddahi@oralessentials.com This is day 5 of a 7-day meditation series, "Release Toxic Overload" episodes 2805-2811. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE Go on a Healthy Living Quest! Release toxic products, thoughts, people, and situations from your life. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1: Identify mental clutter Day 2: Affirmation: "Focus on Now." Day 3: Healing Light Breath Day 4: Apaan mudra to release toxins Day 5: Second chakra for new opportunities Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7: Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.
In this episode of the Dethroning Your Inner Critic Podcast, I'm diving into what it really takes to become the creator of your destiny. For so long, my Inner Critic kept me stuck in loops of doubt, overthinking, and the search for certainty—making me believe I needed proof before I could trust myself. But everything changed when I learned how to unhook from that old identity, stop feeding the noise, and embody the calm power of my Authentic Self. From that stillness, life began to reorganize itself in ways I could never have forced. ✨ If you've ever felt torn between the pull of your vision and the weight of your fear, this conversation will show you how to step into neutrality, trust, and freedom. Your weekly reflection questions: Where am I letting my Inner Critic overrule the future self I say I'm becoming? If I acted today from the version of me who already has what I want, what one small decision would change? Which value am I living by right now—my Inner Critic's (control/approval) or my Authentic Self's (peace/purpose)—and how can I shift in this moment?
Join my upcoming Mindset Breakthrough Program: https://www.vickibaird.com/mindset-breakthrough-sign-up Take the saboteurs assessment by visiting this link: https://www.positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs/ In this episode of Intuition: Your Success Compass, I challenge the whole idea of the “comfort zone” because goodness gracious, most of the time it's not really comfortable, it's just familiar. If you've ever felt stuck, hesitant, or like something is calling you forward but your brain hits the brakes, you're not alone. You may actually be human! We'll talk about why your inner critic (and your wiring) might label growth as danger, and how to reframe that fear as wisdom. I share personal stories, client examples, and actionable tips to help you move from self-doubt to aligned decision-making—one small, courageous step at a time. This episode is especially for the women in business (or dreaming of starting one) who are ready to expand consciously, not chaotically.
Today we are going to deal with that voice in all of our heads- the one that judges, doubts, second-guesses, and compares. It tells us we're not doing enough, we're not good enough, or we're not parenting the right way. That voice, often called the inner critic, is oh so relentless. Even casual external criticism, easily fuels this voice that lives in our heads 24/7.
Confidence is biology you can hack. In this episode, you'll see how confidence builds inside your brain, rewires through neuroplasticity, and connects directly to mitochondria, metabolism, and human performance. You'll get tools that reprogram fear, regulate your nervous system, and turn stress into fuel so you build radical confidence that lasts. Listen to this classic with host Dave Asprey as he talks with entrepreneur, author, and Women of Impact founder Lisa Bilyeu. Lisa went from a stay-at-home “supporting role” to co-founding Quest Nutrition, scaling it into a billion-dollar company, and running a global media empire. She brings years of lived experience and applied mindset training, making her one of the most authentic voices on confidence, resilience, and leadership in the biohacking world. You'll learn how to: • Hack confidence with the same strategies you use for sleep optimization, fasting, and cold therapy • Spot biological triggers behind fear, self-doubt, and procrastination • Use repetition and mindset tools to upgrade brain optimization and neuroplasticity • Turn stress hormones into growth signals for longevity and functional medicine practices • Reframe trauma and setbacks as power for resilience and high performance • Support courage and focus with nootropics, ketosis, supplements, and Danger Coffee This episode shows you how to treat confidence as a trainable skill, not a personality trait. If you want smarter not harder strategies to master your biology, expand your impact, and live with unshakable resilience, you'll find them here. Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes release every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (audio-only), and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: Lisa Bilyeu, Radical Confidence, Quest Nutrition, Women of Impact, confidence training, resilience biohacking, mindset reprogramming, courage hacking, fear rewiring, entrepreneurial mindset, human performance, brain optimization, neuroplasticity tools, mitochondria and confidence, trauma resilience, emotional regulation, nootropics for confidence, stress as fuel, leadership confidence, Human Upgrade podcast Thank you to our sponsors! EMR-Tek | https://www.emr-tek.com/DAVE and use code DAVE for 40% off. Resources: • Lisa's Website: https://lisabilyeu.com/ • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/DAVE15 • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Upgrade Collective: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com • 40 Years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.com Timestamps: 0:00 – Trailer 0:38 – Intro 2:38 – From Housewife to Entrepreneur 17:52 – Building Impact Theory 27:56 – Radical Confidence 39:14 – The No BS Game 44:45 – Finding Purpose 55:34 – Inner Critic & Competence 1:01:10 – Becoming Your Own Hero 1:08:32 – Boundaries & Relationships 1:09:52 – Conclusion See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.