The One You Feed How Mindfulness Can Free the Inner Critic with Ginny Gay
Sep 15, 2023
Ginny Gay, a certified mindfulness teacher, discusses her journey from corporate burnout to authenticity and mindfulness. She shares insights on how to confront and quiet the inner critic using mindfulness practices. The conversation highlights the importance of turning toward difficult feelings, recognizing the difference between the inner critic and our conscience, and fostering self-compassion. Ginny emphasizes that naming emotions aids understanding and connection, while mindfulness can lead to profound personal growth and joy.
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Facing Difficult Feelings
- A key to growth is turning towards difficult feelings instead of avoiding them.
- This shift was inspired by Pema Chodron's question, "Can I be with this?"
Inner Critic's Lies
- The inner critic is a ubiquitous source of self-created suffering.
- It tells lies about our worthiness and keeps us from reaching our full potential.
Critic vs. Conscience
- Differentiate the inner critic from your conscience.
- The inner critic attacks your identity, while your conscience focuses on behavior.