#155 Would you ever talk that way to a friend?

About this episode

Suzanne discusses how to recognize and change negative self-talk by treating oneself with kindness.

Would You Talk That Way To A Friend? You know that voice in your head — the one that says "that was so dumb" or "you said too much." But would you ever say that to a friend? In this episode, Suzanne walks you through a simple but powerful experiment to help you become aware of your inner critic — and start replacing it with something kinder. Because the way you speak to yourself matters more than you might think. Try it yourself: Make a list of what your inner critic says. Then imagine saying...

People in this episode

Host: Suzanne Andora Barron

Topics covered

• self-talk
• inner critic
• mental health
• self-awareness
• kindness

Keywords

• inner critic
• self-compassion
• mental wellness
• self-improvement
• positive affirmations

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