Have you heard Taylor Swift’s new song, “Ant-Hero”? If so, you know it perfectly describes our inner critic. The lyrics tell the story of how our brains self-sabotage. Understanding WHY this happens is what this podcast episode is about. In this episode, Stacey chats how we can make peace with our inner critic and use that critic productively. If you relate to “Anti-Hero” or your brain’s inner critic, you’ll want to tune into this episode.

Listen to Anti-Hero by Taylor Swift

KEY TAKEAWAYS

(1:44) “Anti-Hero” explains how your brain keeps you safe. We all have an anti-hero!

(2:33) Learn how your brain works according to the Motivational Triad.

(5:22) Only 5% of your thoughts are conscious. How does this impact your actions?

(6:23) Do you experience fear when starting something new? Listen to why.

(7:54) Your inner critic will be with you forever. Hear how to make peace with her.

(11:11) How can we manage our own anti-heroes? Stacey gives the answer.

(13:17) Get Stacey’s three-step process to managing your anti-hero. First, try to ACCEPT her.

(15:23) Second, develop a DIALOGUE with your anti-hero.

(16:56) Third, PROCEED.

QUOTABLE

“95% of our thoughts are subconscious, which means 5% of them are very conscious.”

“Your anti-hero is a part of you. Try to make peace with the fact that she’s with you.”

“You now have tools, nothing has gone wrong, and your inner critic doesn’t have to run the show.”

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