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Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) online for adults and couples.
Supporting women over 50 to move from inner conflict to inner trust.
The Inner Critic Befriending Guide

What if your inner critic wasn't working against you—but working far too hard to keep you safe?
Discover a gentle way to respond to that doubting voice with my complimentary Inner Critic Befriending Guide.
Maybe this sounds familiar:
You're about to say no to someone, and suddenly you hear "Don't be selfish."
Or you sit down to try something new and a voice whispers: "Who do you think you are?"
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This is what we often call the inner critic-a protective part that learned to speak this way in moments when safety, approval or stability were needed.
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These patterns didn't appear out of nowhere. They've often been working overtime for years.
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The good news? You don't have to keep fighting with this voice.
When you learn to pause and respond differently, the inner critic can loosen its grip and a steadier part of you can come forward.
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This guide gives you a simple, three-step practice you can use anytime the inner critic flares up. It's short, practical, and designed to help you feel a small but meaningful shift right away.
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What's Inside the Guide
​You'll learn how to:
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STEP 1: Pause & Notice​
Recognise when your critic is running the show and create just enough space to breathe and choose a different response.
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STEP 2: Get Curious
Ask simple questions that reveal the protective intention beneath harsh self-talk--including a powerful reframe that can change everything
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STEP 3: Thank & Redirect
Acknowledge your critic's concerns while staying present with the support of your wiser and steadier inner guidance.
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PLUS:
A quick reference card you can keep on your phone or in your pocket for easy reference.
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What Begins to Shift When You Befriend Your Inner Critic
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Everyday decisions feel calmer and clearer
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You stop over-apologising and second guessing
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You trust your own judgement with more ease
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You make choices from a steadier place inside​​
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Your inner critic doesn't need to be silenced--it needs to be understood.
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This guide helps you begin that relationship with clarity and compassion.
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From Suzanne> IFS & Somatic Psychotherapist, supporting women 50+ with deep inner care