UnCeiling You: Career Growth for Women Ready to Rise Without Burning Out

Tame Your Inner Critic: Build Confidence and Focus for Career Growth

Natalie Luke, PhD Season 1 Episode 4

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In this episode, Dr. Natalie Luke unpacks how to recognize and quiet your inner critic—the voice that fuels self-doubt and limits career growth. Learn why naming it helps, how to spot your biggest triggers, and how to replace negative self-talk with empowering reframes.

You’ll discover:
 ✅ How to use mindfulness to respond instead of react
 ✅ Techniques to challenge “should” statements and catastrophizing
 ✅ Visualization tools to strengthen confidence at work
✅ Real-life examples—from the tennis court to the boardroom—that show these strategies in action

If you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself and lead with clarity and calm, this episode is your roadmap to lasting leadership development.

🎧 Listen now to transform your inner critic into your inner coach.

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Resources Mentioned

  • Therapy Resources:
  • Call the number on the back of your insurance card for mental health resources.
  • Dial 2-1-1 for referrals to local therapists and support groups.
  • Visualization Practices: Create a mental image of your "future self" to redirect focus and energy.

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