How to Overcome Self-Doubt and Self-Criticism

episode summary

Overcome self-doubt and self-criticism using our simple self-inquiry techniques, so you can become more confident and self-assured.

In this teaching, we explore self-doubt and the critical inner-voice that says: ‘I’m no good’…. ‘I’m going to fail’… ‘they’re not going to like me’…

You’ll discover the origin of self-doubt and self-criticism, and how to become more self-assured and trusting in yourself and your abilities.

Episode highlights

  • How our childhood environment can influence our self-doubt and self-criticism as an adult.
  • The inner child’s perverse ‘pay-off’ (the perceived benefit) for criticising you.
  • How to become accountable for your negative self-talk.
  • How to ‘stress test’ your beliefs about you and your self-worth.
  • Why the self-criticism habit can also lead to codependency in relationships.

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