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How to Silence the Inner Critic

Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:

  • 3 tips to quiet the inner critic
  • A powerful tool to eliminate the inner critic
  • Insight on the inner critic from Elizabeth Gilbert, author, Eat Pray Love

3 Tips to Quiet the Inner Critic

The inner critic – that negative voice that creeps up and tells you you’re not good enough. It creates fear and doubt in your mind causing you to hold back from pursuing a dream or simply hitting publish on your blog post.

Here are three easy ways to help silence the inner critic when that voice creeps in:

1) Your audience needs you – When the inner critic shows up it’s easy to doubt yourself, your purpose and the value of your work. When that happens remind yourself that your audience need the information you have. That’s why they subscribed to your newsletter, read your blog or register to attend your talks. It’s natural to downplay your talent or compare yourself to others in your field. But remember, your audience is coming to you for help. You have knowledge, experience and information that they need. Don’t hold back. The information you have can help them resolve an issue and they will be grateful to receive it.

2) Create a Rock Star Review – It’s easy to get caught up in checking things off the “To-Do” list so you can tackle the next task on the list. However, it’s a good idea to pause and remind yourself of all that you have accomplished.

Spend just 5 minutes today and write down all the things you have accomplished this week or in the last month. The list can include big items such as launching a product as well as smaller things like washed the dishes. Once you create that list you will be amazed at everything you have done in that time frame. Keep the list near your desk to remind you how much you can accomplish – and to keep the inner critic at bay.

3) Even famous authors deal with the critics – Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat Pray Love, was asked how she handles the inner critic. She posted her response on Facebook saying that she deals with the inner critic the same way she deals with critics in real life. She simply tells them to ‘Go write your own book!’

Now it’s your turn. How do you handle the inner critic? Post your thoughts in the comments below

How to Stop Fear and Doubt from Holding You Back

I heard a few surprising statements from successful, six-figure business owners during a networking event last week. Comments such as:


“I have an AMAZING information product, but I’m afraid to sell it because no one will buy it.”

“If I raise my prices, I’m going to lose all my customers.”

“I have great experience, but I’m a new business owner, so customers don’t want to work with me.”

Limiting beliefs. We all have them.

They show up in so many situations: when speaking with potential clients, delivering a presentation or negotiating a contract.

Regardless of the situation, there are a few simple techniques to quiet the inner critic so you can move forward and achieve your goals.

First, shift your mindset. When the doubt creeps up remind yourself that you are an expert in your field. You have years of experience and hundreds or thousands of satisfied clients and customers. It’s easy to lose sight of this when you are moving at a rapid pace or busy creating your “next best thing.” However, it is important to stop every now and then to remind yourself of your talent. Remember, you are unique. There may be other companies that provide the same service, but no one has the exact same experience, gifts or perspective that you have.

Still need a confidence boost? Try this exercise. Write a list of all of the things you have accomplished in the last three months. The list can include smaller tasks like “went for a walk today” to bigger items such as “launched a 3-month group training program.” Keep this list on your desk or in your pocket to serve as a reminder when the doubt creeps up.

Finally, remember your business is not about you! It provides a product or service that benefits your clients and customers. They need the help, expertise or guidance that only you can provide. That skill that seems “easy” to you is not so easy to someone else. So, don’t hold back. When you come from a place of service, nothing can stand in your way.

Now it’s your turn? How do you move past limiting beliefs? Share your thoughts in the comments below.