Ep. 309: How to Stop Letting the Fear of Disapproval and Conflict Run Your Life

About this episode

Natalie discusses managing fear of disapproval and conflict, offering insights and practical guidance.

Natalie shares what she's learned from managing her fear of disapproval, criticism, and conflict. Where it comes from, how it plays out, and how to shift your relationship with these inevitable parts of life. She shares four key reframes and practical guidance on what to do when criticism actually happens. Episode show notes: https://baggagereclaim.co.uk/309 Leave a voice note: https://www.speakpipe.com/baggagereclaim Support the podcast and leave a tip: https://baggagereclaim.ck.page/products/podcast 'Reclaimed' membership: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/reclaimed/ Work with me: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/consultations/ Baggage Reclaim: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk Shop courses and books: https://store.baggagereclaim.com Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/newsletter/

People in this episode

Host: Natalie Lue

Topics covered

• fear of disapproval
• conflict management
• personal growth
• self-criticism
• reframing thoughts

Keywords

• fear of disapproval
• criticism
• conflict
• personal development
• reframes

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