Stop Fighting Your Inner Critic | 6 Concrete Strategies for Managing Self-doubt as an Artist

We all have an inner critic - that negative voice in your head that pops up during the most unhelpful times in your creative practice! A powerful inner critic can prevent us from exploring our creative potential, achieving our goals, and doing the things we want to do. If you feel like you've been held back by your inner critic and you find yourself giving up on projects, abandoning ideas, and turning down opportunities because of it, stick around as I break down some common myths and tripping points around dealing with your inner critic. Get ready to dive deep with me as we look into the different approaches and concrete actionable steps you can take to tackle your inner critic, build your creative practice, and keep making art!

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Learn With Kendyll: https://learnwithkendyll.teachable.com/
The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris: https://thehappinesstrap.com/free-resources/
Tangerine meditation by Thich Nhat Hanh: https://plumvillage.org/library/clips/tangerine-meditation/
Find Your Process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkYZ1q977Kc&t=423s
Scientific Method for Artists: https://www.skillshare.com/classes/The-Scientific-Method-for-Artists-Find-Inspiration-Get-Motivated-and-Grow-your-Creative-Skills/1316559137?via=user-profile

0:00 - Introduction
0:35 - Learn With Kendyll (Sponsor)
1:24 - Introduction to ACT
3:22 - Control strategies
11:08 - 6 tactics to deal with a strong inner critic
25:30 - Wrap up

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