Episode #362: Silencing Your Inner Critic: How to Build Lasting Confidence with Tara Mohr

Episode #362: Silencing Your Inner Critic: How to Build Lasting Confidence with Tara Mohr

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Self-doubt and negative self-talk can sabotage your confidence and prevent you from reaching your full potential. In this episode, we dive into the psychology of self-criticism with Tara Mohr, renowned author and leadership coach, to uncover practical ways to silence your inner critic and cultivate lasting self-confidence.

We explore the root causes of self-doubt, why so many women struggle with imposter syndrome, and how societal conditioning shapes our inner narratives. Tara shares transformative mindset shifts, actionable exercises, and the science behind self-compassion—helping you break free from limiting beliefs and step into your power.

If you’ve ever held yourself back, second-guessed your abilities, or struggled with confidence, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to reframe your thoughts, reclaim your voice, and finally show up as your most authentic, empowered self.

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Topics Covered In This Episode:

  • Overcoming self-criticism and negative self-talk
  • How to build unshakable self-confidence
  • Breaking free from imposter syndrome
  • The science behind self-compassion and mindset shifts
  • Practical strategies to silence your inner critic

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This episode’s guest

Tara Mohr is an expert on women’s leadership and well-being. She is the author of Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead (PenguinRandomHouse), named a best book of the year by Apple’s iBooks. Tara is the creator and teacher of the global Playing Big leadership program for women, and of the Playing Big Facilitators Training for coaches, therapists, managers, and mentors. She is a Co-Active Training Institute certified coach with an MBA from Stanford University and an undergraduate degree in English literature from Yale. Her work has been featured on national media from the New York Times to Today Show to Harvard Business Review. She lives in San Francisco with her husband and three children.

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