Beating yourself up, or indulging in the emotion of feeling awful about yourself, when you're not where you want to be isn't effective. It's not a helpful thought pattern, and yet, we find ourselves in places of despair. Despair drives us to desperation, depression and disillusionment. It morphs our ability to see where we are, how well we are actually doing ... Show More
Aug 18
#717: The Circular Thinking Trap: How To Finally Close The Loop
In this episode, I’m teaching you my Circular Thinking Roadmap, a powerful reframing exercise that will help you get your thoughts out of your head, separate facts from stories, and finally close the mental loop. ✅ FREE CLASS! LEARN HOW TO STOP CARING WHAT PEOPLE THINK Don’t ... Show More
27m 36s
Aug 11
#716: The Way You Talk to Yourself Is Determining Your Future | Stop Talking To Yourself Like This (And Speak Like This Instead)
In this episode, we're talking about why being hard on yourself isn't helping you become your best self, and what to do instead. You'll learn how to recognize the difference between accountability and self-criticism, why your inner dialogue matters so much, and how to replace sel ... Show More
25m 43s
Oct 2024
Overcoming Comparison & Negative Self Talk
Take Our Free Assessment: https://bit.ly/4eaOYBuSubscribe To Dr. Sharla's YouTube Channel In this episode, we explore how negative self-talk, comparison, and perfectionism can damage your sense of self-worth. You’ll learn why comparing yourself to unrealistic standards leads to f ... Show More
35m 27s
Oct 2024
Ep #324: Being Assertive With Yourself
<p>Being hard on yourself is not useful. It doesn't motivate you, it just makes you feel bad. And if you're aware of this, you might know that it's recommended that you be kind and compassionate with yourself instead. But sometimes, that's not going to be helpful either. In certa ... Show More
11m 48s
May 2023
#254 - Shaming Yourself Is Not A Virtue, It's A Sin
<p>In this episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy talks about the harmful effects of being too hard on yourself and how it can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and even depression. She shares a story of a patient's mother who was angry and trying to find blame. Being on the receiving end ... Show More
33m 52s