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Welcome to Week 5 LEARNING TO LOVE YOUR INNER CRITIC

I like to think of our inner critic as a loving, little liar. She is not intentionally misleading, but when afraid, tends to make up stories to keep you from making changes in your life. This week, we’ll explore how we can deepen this relationship and invite him or her on board as a creative partner in your journey.

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Week 4 Affirmations

I hold a loving space for my fear.

I listen to my inner chatter and respond with compassion.

My self-criticism is a cry for love.

When understood, my inner critic and I make a great team!

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Homework: Deepening your relationship with self

Assignment 1 Answer the following questions:

1. What does your inner critic say to you most of the time? List the

messages below.

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2. Spend at least one minute (set a timer) in silence looking into the mirror.

Look directly into your eyes. Whenever your gaze drifts, come back to

your pupils and look deeply.

3. Now, as you look into the mirror at yourself, speak the statements you

wrote in number 1. Once you’re done, write down your thoughts and

feelings below:

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4. If you didn’t take her words at face value, what might your inner critic

really be saying? What do you think she needs?

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5. What would your life be like if your inner critic was no longer afraid? If she knew she could rely on you to keep her safe, how might things be different?

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Coming up next week: Paperwork clutter. In week 6, we will dig deep into the fear that can result in paperwork clutter. Where are you giving your power away?

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