How to Silence Your Inner Critic and Overcome Self-Doubt | Ep 16

Does your inner critic constantly tell you that you’re not good enough, capable enough, or worthy enough? In this episode of Magnify Your Magnificence, Sue Paulson explains how your inner critic develops, why negative self-talk keeps you trapped in self-doubt, and how to take back control of your thoughts. You’ll learn how to identify the critical voices that don’t belong to you, reduce the negativity influencing your mind, and replace self-criticism with a more compassionate inner voice. You don’t have to believe every thought you hear—you can choose thoughts that strengthen your self-worth and confidence. Ready to quiet your self-doubt and reconnect with your magnificence? Subscribe to Sue’s newsletter for encouragement and practical wisdom to help you continue the journey: https://magnifywithsue.com Chapters 00:00 How Your Inner Critic Hides Your Magnificence 00:58 Where the Inner Critic Comes From 03:21 The Connection Between Self-Criticism and Anxiety 05:17 How Negative Self-Talk Shapes Your Choices 07:28 Taking Back Control of Your Thoughts 09:40 Why Criticism Makes Us Afraid to Try 12:03 How to Silence Your Inner Critic 13:51 Identifying People Who Trigger Self-Doubt 15:28 Protecting Your Mind From Negative Information 19:28 How Negative Thoughts Take Over Your Mind 21:07 Replacing Self-Criticism With Self-Compassion 24:03 Your Inner-Critic Challenge