Criticism can sting. And the fear of it can keep us from bravely putting into the world the things that matter most—our thoughts, our art, our work, and even our authentic selves.

The truth is, no one gets through life without being criticized. But while criticism is inevitable, it doesn't have to define us. There are ways to sift through what deserves our attention, let go of what doesn't, and even grow because of it.

In this episode, Marcia and Stacey explore how to discern which criticism is worth listening to, how to release the voices that don't deserve your energy, and when—and how—to thoughtfully offer criticism to others. If you've ever held yourself back because you were afraid of what people might say or think, this conversation is for you.

Links:

Fresh Start Episode with personal trainer Annie Mosher: Ep 24: A Fresh Start with Exercise

"The Secret to Surviving Criticism" from the We Can Do Hard Things podcast

Ted Talk by LeeAnn Renninger: The Secret to Giving Great Feedback

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The Fresh Start Podcast: When you know it’s time to be curious, think differently, and hit reset!

Hosted by Marcia Ramirez and Stacey Wynn, MDIV, PCC

https://www.thefreshstartpodcast.com

Marcia Ramirez is a singer/songwriter, author and non-profit director. To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

Stacey Wynn is a professional certified coach, speaker and author. To learn more about Stacey and to connect for iEQ9/enneagram coaching: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

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