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The Loudest Voice You Hear and How to Make it Work

The Loudest Voice You Hear.  We all have one.

That voice inside your head that says:- "You're too much."- "You're not enough."- "You should've done better."

This voice -- the inner critic -- is not born from malice. It's born from fear of rejection, failure, or unworthiness.

It's trying to protect you... by shrinking you.

The Psychology of Self-Criticism

Psychologists say the inner critic often develops in childhood as a way to:- avoid punishment- win approval- stay "in line" with expectations. But what once served as a shield... becomes a cage as we grow.

The inner critic stops you from:- trying new things- trusting yourself- healing relationships- enjoying your life

SuperMe Insight: The Critic Isn't Bad--Just Untrained.  

You don't need to "silence" your critic. You need to retrain it.

Imagine transforming the critic into your inner coach.

Where it once said: "You're failing."

It now says: "You're learning. Let's adjust."

Where it once said: "You're not good enough."

It now says: "You're growing. Keep going."

This is the work of your SuperMe.

SuperMe Practice: Rewrite the Script

Every time the critic speaks, do this:

1. Catch It - Pause and write down exactly what it said.

2. Question It - Ask:

   - "Is this true?"

   - "Would I say this to a friend?"

3. Coach It - Rewrite the same sentence as a loving coach would.  More about SuperME at https://asiatrainers.org/smubook 

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