You Need to Fire Your Inner Critic

Ah, your inner critic. Who hired this dude?

Oh, that’s right — it was YOU.

So you’re the one responsible for creating this monster — now it’s time to step up and fire them.

You know your inner critic — that little screaming voice in your head that’s always there to bring you down. It’s like having a nagging family member or coworker who just won’t let up.

It’s your self-judgement on steroids. And your inner critic has probably been with you for years.

But what if I told you that you could fire this critic? Yes, it’s true! It’s time to give your inner critic the boot and start living your best life.

Now, I know it might seem harsh to fire someone you’ve known for so long, but think of it this way — would you keep a friend around who constantly belittled you and made you feel like pond scum?

Of course not! So why do you allow yourself to be treated that way?

It’s time to take control of your self-defeating negative thoughts and start treating yourself with kindness and compassion.

You can control your thoughts — rather than your thoughts controlling you.

Changing your self talk with help —

• boost your self confidence and self esteem
• overcome your self doubt (Imposter Syndrome)
• increase your emotional intelligence
• improve your mental health and moods
• disconnect from perfectionism
• show more gratitude

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Out with the old — In with the new

So your task is to fire your inner critic and bring more self-compassion and positive motivation on board.

Here are some strategies to help you change negative thinking into self-compassion and positive motivation:

1. Become aware of your inner critic. The first step in firing your inner critic is to become aware of when it shows up. Pay attention to the thoughts that come up when you’re feeling down or insecure. Once you’re aware of these thoughts, you can start to challenge them and replace them with more positive ones.
2. Challenge your negative self-talk. When your inner critic shows up — challenge it. Ask yourself if the thought is true. Is there any evidence to support it? More often than not, the answer is no. Replace the negative thought with a more positive one. For example, if your inner critic tells you that you’re not good enough to get that promotion, challenge that thought by reminding yourself of your accomplishments and the skills you bring to the table.
3. Create positive mantras. If you want to change the way you think about yourself, you have to start with the words you use. Write down some positive affirmations like “I am enough” or “I am capable”, and repeat them to yourself throughout the day. It might feel a little cheesy at first, but trust me — it works.
4. Practice self-compassion. Treat yourself like you would treat a good friend. Be kind and understanding with yourself. Instead of criticizing yourself for your mistakes, offer yourself words of encouragement and support. Remember that everyone makes mistakes — and you can learn from them — and it’s okay to not be perfect.
5. Engage your senses. When you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, try using your senses to ground yourself in the present moment. Take a few deep breaths and focus on what you can see, hear, feel, taste, and smell. This can help bring you back to the present and calm your mind. Nature walks, for instance, will provide lots of sensory engagement.
6. Develop a daily routine of self-care. Self-care is an important aspect of practicing self-compassion. Make sure to take care of your physical and emotional needs. This can include things like getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and practicing mindfulness or meditation. You can also integrate small doses of self care — 5 or 10 minute brain breaks, for instance — to help meet the needs of your stressed mind and body.

Changing your self-talk and practicing self-compassion takes time and effort. But the benefits are worth it.

When you start treating yourself with kindness and compassion, you’ll find that you’re more motivated, confident, and resilient.

So go ahead, fire your inner critic and start living your best life.

Firing your inner critic might not be easy, but it’s worth it. After all, who wants to be held back by their own thoughts?

So the next time you hear that little voice in your head telling you that you’re not good enough — take a deep breath, repeat your positive mantras, and show that inner critic the door.

You deserve better than that.

Don’t let your negative thinking hold you back any longer.

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