This episode continues the conversation on self-love and the inner critic by looking at the smaller messages that can pass through the mind almost unnoticed.

Being late becomes, “I’m always late.” A messy room becomes, “I’m a mess.” Falling behind becomes, “I can never keep up.”

A behavior, mistake, or difficult moment can quickly become a conclusion about who we are. These messages may seem insignificant on their own, but they can accumulate and influence how we see and treat ourselves.

In this episode, I explore how to:

• Notice subtle self-critical messages as they arise • Separate a behavior from an identity judgment • Recognize the thoughts, emotions, bodily reactions, and behaviors that accompany them • Listen for any useful concern beneath the criticism • Distinguish helpful self-reflection from unnecessary fear or  ...