As hurtful as it can be for a friend or partner to put you down, it is far worse when that critic lives in your own head. Wherever you go, that inner critic goes with you, chronically rejecting you, ...

I recently conducted two workshops on the ever-persistent topic of the inner critic, which reminded me how many of us live with this loud and dominating inner voice. My work with the inner critic only ...

Your mind can be both your fiercest ally and your toughest opponent. Research uncovers what negative self-talk might really be doing for you, and how to work with it. Have you ever noticed a voice in ...

When your inner voice is always mean to you, it can shape how you see yourself and what you believe you're capable of.

For years, conventional leadership wisdom has advised us to silence our inner critic—that voice in our heads that says we’re not enough, not ready, not worthy. But if you’ve ever tried this, you ...

We all have an inner critic. It's that nagging voice inside our heads that tells us when we've screwed up or judges us for what we do, say or feel. In small doses, our inner critic can help us learn ...

Words can cut deeper than knives, especially when they come as constant criticism. Many of us face judgment daily from family, friends, bosses, or even ourselves. This ongoing negativity doesn’t just ...

Many people experience a constant inner dialogue, a voice that comments, questions, or guides them through the day. This experience, known as inner speech or self-talk, can be helpful, neutral, or ...