Breaking the Criticism Loop: Daily Tools for More Calm

What happens after you pause the critic?After you catch the thought, let it pause, and create space — what fills that space?

In this episode, Dr. Wendy Bazilian continues the conversation from the last episode about creating a criticism-free day — and explores what comes next: the practices that build resilience, creativity, and compassion when the critic steps back.

Join Dr. Wendy as she shares real-life examples, simple (but powerful) language shifts, the science behind positive self-talk, and how mindful awareness can reshape not just our reactions but our whole mindset over time. This isn't about ignoring frustration or forcing positivity. It is about softening our lens, strengthening our resilience, and making space for calm, curiosity, and connection.

You will leave with three specific, research-backed practices — and an invitation to notice, reframe, and rewire in your waking minutes.

We discuss:

(1:46) A quick recap of the CLEAR™ method and why pausing is just the beginning

(5:12) A story about when the Keynote was in peril: When things go wrong, how self-talk shifted everything

(8:32) Why it’s not about ignoring challenges but resilience, and why biting your tongue isn’t the same as changing your mindset

(11:19) Language swaps: real-world examples to soften your self-talk and daily commentary

(19:48) Gratitude as a tool for resilience and stress reduction

(23:47) The hidden power of mindful noticing and non-reactivity

(26:04) How tiny daily practices rewire the brain for resilience and connection

(29:29) A mindful minute of reflection and reset to anchor the practices into your day

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