Lighthouse Within
Welcome to the Lighthouse Within Podcast - I’m your host Raina Rose. I believe we all bring something unique to this world, and that becoming who we’re meant to be is really about coming home to who we’ve always been.
My passion is sharing - sharing thoughts, conversations, and our stories. When we open up, we remember we’re never doing this alone.
Whether it’s me sharing solo or sitting down with a guest, this podcast is all about self-exploration, connection, and the courage it takes to expand, so we can show up just as we are.
With roots in psychology and spirituality, I’m here to reflect, offer different perspectives, and to teach from my experience - not with the answers, but with the hope that what I continue to learn (and unlearn) might help light the way for someone else.
Every episode is a chance to pause and tune into your inner light.
So let’s get cozy - and shine together.
Lighthouse Within
#20 When the Inner Critic Is Too Loud
Lately I’ve been navigating what to do when your inner critic gets too loud. This conversation started after my best friends reflected something back to me - that I’ve been carrying a weight of self-criticism and sometimes don't realize just how heavy it is. Maybe you’ve felt that too. That quiet pressure to be better, do more, or get it right - you're not alone.
Today I’m sharing what the inner critic actually is, how it forms (often in childhood), the subtle ways it shows up in adulthood, and two ways I’m learning to respond. It’s a reminder that your worth was never meant to be earned through productivity, clarity, or doing things perfectly. We can learn a new way of relating to this voice through listening and understanding what it needs, and in time gradually shift its tone to one that is more compassionate.
We’ll talk about:
- The roots of your inner critic (and what it really wants)
- Why you don’t need to fix it, just listen
- The power of slowing down without giving up
- Why your inner circle of support matters so much
Resources:
- The Untethered Soul | Michael A. Singer
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