Dr. Aziz Gazipura on Silencing Your Inner Critic and Building Confidence
If you just get rid of that thing, then something starts to open up and you realize that the critics function primarily is to keep you safe from harm, safe from pain, safe from emotion.
Feeling like your inner critic has taken the wheel? In this episode of 'The One You Feed', host Eric Zimmer sits down with Dr. Aziz Gazipura, a clinical psychologist and expert on social confidence. Dr. Gazipura knows firsthand what it's like to battle shyness and social anxiety, having struggled with them for nearly a decade.
Together, they dive into his book, *On My Own Side: Transform Self Criticism And Self Doubt Into Permanent Self Worth And Confidence*, offering practical advice on how to quiet that nagging voice inside your head. Dr. Gazipura explains how our inner critic is often tied to social anxiety and shares strategies to transform self-doubt into lasting self-worth. Through nurturing self-compassion and collaborative problem-solving, you can learn to overcome fear and foster a more supportive inner dialogue.
Whether you're looking to kickstart a new year with healthier habits or simply want to feel more confident in social settings, this episode offers valuable insights to help you on your journey.