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Self-Talk Makeover: From Inner Critic to Best Friend
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Ever wondered what truly lies at the heart of sustainable wellness? It all begins with how you treat yourself.
Welcome to a soul-nourishing exploration of the heart chakra and its profound connection to self-relationship. This week, we're diving deep into what it means to cultivate genuine, unconditional love for yourself—not as an act of selfishness, but as the foundation for all other relationships in your life.
Many of us, especially those in helping professions, have been conditioned to believe self-focus is somehow selfish. I invite you to question where these limiting beliefs originated. Are you carrying outdated schemas from childhood that no longer serve who you've become? That inner voice that rides with you all day shapes everything—and transforming it begins with awareness.
Throughout this episode, I share practical strategies for building a healthy relationship with yourself, from validating your own emotions (something many of us weren't taught as children) to setting clear boundaries that prevent resentment. You'll discover how physical self-soothing techniques release oxytocin during moments of self-criticism, why finding your professional niche prevents burnout, and how making your life so full of joy-bringing activities naturally crowds out negativity.
As I often remind my clients and myself, this isn't about perfectionism—it's about acceptance and compassion. When we embrace both our strengths and weaknesses without judgment, we create space for true healing. The science confirms it: mindfulness practices, boundary-setting, and self-compassion significantly reduce stress while building resilience.
Ready to transform your relationship with yourself? Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and visit juliemerriman.com to join my email list for free weekly resources that complement each episode. Your journey to SoulJoy begins with one simple choice—choosing yourself.
Chapters
1. Welcome to SoulJoy (00:00:00)
2. ] Creating a Healthy Self-Relationship (00:03:56)
3. 6] Self-Awareness and Acceptance Practices (00:09:59)
4. 6] Self-Care and Setting Boundaries (00:14:14)
5. 6] Building Self-Esteem and Confidence (00:18:36)
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