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Dr. Aziz Gazipura on Transforming Your Inner Critic

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Dec 15, 2020
Dr. Aziz Gazipura, a clinical psychologist and expert on social confidence, dives into his transformative journey from shyness to self-worth. He discusses how to combat the inner critic that fuels social anxiety and shares techniques for embracing emotions as a pathway to growth. Aziz emphasizes nurturing a supportive internal dialogue and engaging with one’s core self to build resilience. He advocates for acknowledging discomfort as a catalyst for personal development, enabling listeners to rethink their beliefs about value and self-acceptance.
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INSIGHT

Two Inner Voices

  • We possess an inner voice that can focus on our value and contributions.
  • Conversely, another voice undermines our worthiness, hindering our confidence and potential.
INSIGHT

Misconceptions of Self-Compassion

  • Being on our own side, or practicing self-compassion, can be misconstrued as selfish or egotistical.
  • This misconception highlights a misunderstanding of what true self-support entails.
ANECDOTE

Relationship Analogy

  • Dr. Gazipura uses a relationship analogy to illustrate dysfunctional self-criticism.
  • Constantly criticizing someone, like in a relationship, is not loving or supportive, mirroring how we treat ourselves.
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