If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking these thoughts, you’re definitely not alone. The loudest critic we ever face often lives inside our own head—holding us back just when we most need a shot of courage. But here’s the surprising truth: what if that inner critic could shift into something more helpful, like a supportive coach rather than a nay-saying antagonist? That’s what we’re diving into today: how to reframe negative self-talk so that, instead of sabotaging our confidence, we tap into true self-compassion.