Squiggly Careers Squiggly Shortcut: How to Quieten Your Inner Critic
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Oct 23, 2025 Dive into practical strategies for overcoming your inner critic! Discover the concept of 'confidence gremlins' that trigger self-doubt and fear. Learn how to reframe 'I can't' into actionable steps, turning pessimism into bursts of optimism by recognizing small successes. Embrace a flexible mindset to gradually improve your skills, moving from a four to a five. These quick tips are designed to boost resilience and help you take confident strides in your career.
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What Confidence Gremlins Are
- Confidence gremlins are the doubts and fears that stop career progress.
- Naming them helps you spot how they push you toward 'can't' thinking.
Turn 'I Can't' Into One Small Action
- Reframe 'I can't' into a specific small action you can do instead.
- Focus on doable behaviors like asking open, curious questions in hard conversations.
Pessimism Keeps You Comfortable
- Gremlins prefer pessimism because it keeps you safe and comfortable.
- Spot negativity and deliberately find one small success to create a more balanced view.
