Inner Critic Loud Right Now?
- Tap the side of your hand: "Even though this voice is criticizing me, I accept that it's trying to protect me."
- Keep Tapping: "This critical voice. It's been here so long. What if it's just scared? What if it needs my compassion?"
- Breathe. You don't have to fight the critic—you can befriend it.
The Psychology of the Inner Critic
The inner critic often develops as a protective mechanism—an internalized voice that tries to keep us safe from rejection or failure. While it may have originally formed with good intentions, it can become harsh and paralyzing. Research shows that self-compassion, rather than self-criticism, leads to better outcomes. EFT Tapping helps interrupt the stress response triggered by self-critical thoughts.
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Connie
"Jessica put words to what I've done to myself for many, many years. It was an Awakening to my heart and self awareness. I broke through many years of pain and self-rejection. Thank you for the healing of my heart."
Intensity: 9 → 7
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Julie
"I really love the idea that my critical voice is just scared, and needs my love and compassion. It's much easier to deal with when you look at it that way."
Intensity: 9 → 3
THIS Meditation is TRULY a Game Changer Meditation! I get so much out of it every time I do it!
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Jen
"This session helped me address the ideal of perfectionism that was instilled by my mother and grandmother. It helped me see how what they were taught and passed down was not correct. I am more than enough."
Intensity: 10 → 6
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Margaret
"This is the 3rd meditation I have done and the first one where I felt a significant shift from beginning to end, both emotionally and intellectually. I'm a clinician so I'm curious about how this works. I can imagine recommending it to some of my clients."
Intensity: 8 → 4
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Sharon
"I can't recommend this session enough. I feel like I can breathe again. The inner critic has been so loud lately, and this helped me remember that I deserve kindness—especially from myself."
Intensity: 8 → 3
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