Healing the Inner Critic and Rebuilding Self-Worth with Mary Beth Fox| 7.15.2026
In this episode, Kristen dives into the hidden roots of the inner critic with licensed professional counselor and motivational speaker Mary Beth Fox, exploring how early experiences influence the stories we tell ourselves and how healing begins.
You'll Learn
- How to identify the voice behind your inner critic and uncover the childhood messages shaping your self-worth.
- Why childhood trauma and emotional experiences can lead to perfectionism, people-pleasing, and shame in adulthood.
- How to separate inherited beliefs from your authentic voice so you can stop believing your inner critic.
- The three-step process to heal emotional wounds in your relationships and with yourself.
- Practical ways to replace self-criticism with self-compassion and build a healthier, more confident relationship with yourself.
Resources
Connect with Mary Beth Fox here:
www.theinnerchildtherapist.com
www.instagram.com/theinnerchildtherapist
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This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about ideas on stress management and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not psychotherapy/counseling in any form.