Harsh inner critic

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Do you struggle with negative self talk and wish you could just get that inner critic to shut up? Here's how!

At its core, the inner critic is an internal voice that embodies our deepest insecurities and apprehensions. Unlike the fleeting self-doubts that everyone experiences, the inner critic is more persistent and pervasive. It’s like an internal narrative that constantly assesses, and more often than not, undermines our actions, decisions, and self-worth. Find out why your inner critic is too mean and harsh!

A toxic inner critic can often trap our clients in painful patterns of shame, or sometimes leave them frozen in fear. But the inner critic isn't always bad. Sometimes, it can play an important role in keeping us safe. So how can we reframe a client's relationship with an inner critic for a healthier mind? Rick Hanson, PhD, shares his key strategies for working with a harsh inner critic in this video. Check it out.

If you have clients who have spent their life trapped in a cycle of chronic self-judgement, listening to their inner critic without self-compassion, it can be so important to address these feelings of worthlessness in therapy. In this video, Tara Brach, PhD, shares expert strategies to help clients overcome their self-judgement and build confidence. Have a listen.