Breaking Free from Self-Criticism: Embracing Your True Self with Shelley Treacher
Recovery is about connecting with who you really are, whether you do that in company or just on your own. Fundamental to this process, I believe, is learning how to tolerate emotion, recognizing that you might be extremely self-critical of how you feel and learning, bit by bit, to take the risk of holding that emotion and riding it like a wave that does pass.
Feeling like you don't know who you are? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Underground Confidence Recovery', Shelley Treacher dives into the complex world of self-criticism and the struggle for authenticity. Drawing on the wisdom of Gabor Maté, Shelley explores why we often choose belonging over being our true selves, and how this choice can lead to harmful habits like comfort eating and codependency.
She delves into the ways our inner critic keeps us in check, making us feel like we need to be 'likeable' at the expense of our own authenticity. But it doesn't have to be this way. Shelley offers practical advice on how to reclaim your confidence and embrace your true self. She emphasizes the importance of being mindful, staying present, and connecting with your body to navigate these challenges.
Whether you're dealing with self-criticism, compulsive behaviors, or a sense of not fitting in, this episode provides a compassionate guide to finding your way back to authenticity and confidence. So, if you're ready to break free from the chains of self-criticism and start living a more authentic life, this episode is a must-listen.