When author and leadership facilitator Rosi Greenberg found herself overwhelmed by self-doubt, she did something unexpected: she gave her inner critic a name — Sam — and drew him into a whimsical, deeply personal book that blends creativity, vulnerability, and behavioral insight. In this episode, Rosi shares how visualizing and engaging with that critical voice helped her build emotional resilience and lead with more empathy. Together, we explore how naming your inner critic can reframe fear, unlock creative expression, and reshape how we show up for ourselves and others.

[0:00] Introduction and Speed Round with Rosi Greenberg

[8:22] The birth of Sam

[11:00] From depression to creative healing

[16:50] How self-soubt shows up in leadership

[24:08] Working with leaders on self-doubt

[35:35] Reframing the Inner Critic

[47:00] Letting go of “shoulds”

[50:28] Desert island music

[52:00] Grooving Session: framing, leadership, and self-talk

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