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Stop "Shoulding" All Over Yourself: The Power of Self-Talk
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Have you ever caught yourself saying "I should have done better" or "I shouldn't have eaten that"? These seemingly harmless words might be wreaking havoc on your mental health without you even realizing it.
In this illuminating mini-episode, we explore the hidden power of the word "should" and how it fuels our inner critic. When we're experiencing anxiety or stress, our physical symptoms often overshadow awareness of our thought patterns. That racing heart, tight chest, or churning stomach demands our attention while negative self-talk runs unchecked in…
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