Partners and friends of perfectionists often attempt to convince them they're lovable, failing to recognize the perfectionist ...
Just minutes into her interview at the white-shoe law firm, Elena heard the voice, that voice, in her head. They see right through me. Biting the inside of her cheek, she gazed at the faces around her ...
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 ...
Our minds harbor a powerful voice that critiques, judges and occasionally advises us. Commonly called the “inner critic,” it wields surprising influence over our sense of worth and progress. On first ...
No matter how accomplished we are, self-doubt has a way of creeping in — whispering doubts that make us question our worth.
What do you do when your inner critic becomes so aggressive and unreliable that every decision you make for yourself feels like it was made by your worst enemy? The harsh influence of the inner critic ...
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 ...
As lawyers, we aspire to develop our own unique blend of analytical rigor, emotional endurance, and unshakable confidence. But beneath the polished courtroom presence or the high-profile deals, many ...