How to respond to the inner critic that never rests

Step 1 – Identify the voice of your inner critic Before you can answer the critic, you need to…

What to remind yourself when you’re pressured to conform

When you feel pressure to fit in, your mind can start racing and self‑esteem may wobble.…

What to tell yourself when you’re overwhelmed by comparison

What to tell yourself when you’re overwhelmed by comparison Understanding why comparison feels so heavy is…

What to say when social media makes you feel inadequate

Step 1: Notice the feeling When scrolling through feeds, you may feel a pinch of envy or…

What to tell yourself when perfection feels mandatory

Step 1: Notice the inner voice demanding perfection When a perfect outcome feels mandatory, your mind…

How to respond to the fear of letting others down

Step 1: Name the fear When you feel a knot in your stomach because you think you’ll…

How to reply to unsolicited advice that drains your confidence

When someone offers advice you never asked for, it can feel like a silent punch to…

How to respond to friends who constantly compare achievements

Understand why the comparison hurts When a friend constantly brings up their success, it can feel…

How to respond when a friend compares friends based on iMessage usage

When a friend starts to compare how often you or others use iMessage, the conversation can…