EPISODE 184: Why Your Inner Critic Isn’t the Truth and How to Stop Believing It

In this deeply important episode of the Pumped Up Parenting Podcast, we’re diving into a conversation every parent needs to hear - about the inner critic. I’m joined by the insightful Alyssa Scarano, therapist and founder of The Collective Therapy & Wellness, and together we unpack how those harsh inner voices are formed, how they’re rooted in childhood patterns, and most importantly —how we can begin to shift from self-judgment to self-compassion.Alyssa shares powerful strategies to help parents recognize and break generational cycles of shame, guilt, and emotional survival. We talk about how healing your own inner narrative isn’t just life-changing for you — it’s transformational for your kids. This episode will inspire you to pause, reflect, and reclaim your peace because calm begins from the inside out.Want to connect with Alyssa? Visit collective-therapy.com to learn more or reach out for support. You are not failing — you’re healing. 💛*******************************************************Are you ready to STOP YELLING AT YOUR CHILD in just 21 Days? Join my newest program at low introductory pricing... go to ⁠QUITYELLING.COM⁠1. Need more help? Let's grab some coffee or tea and talk. Go to TalkWithCelia.com and choose the time that works for you.2. Looking for a manual for parenting your child (now in English & Spanish)? It's finally here and you can grab your copy of my latest parenting & children’s books today!3. Become a Member of my TRANQUILITY TRIBE and STOP YELLING Once & For All.4. Read my latest article to find out how to stop yelling... https://celiaArticle.com5. Looking to be part of a fun free and informative FB community (without all the bitching)?... join us in Pumped Up Parenting6. Love YouTube? Do you know there are lots of parenting videos, story time videos for you and your kids, as well as some great family workout videos? All on Pumped Up Parenting with Celia Kibler7. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok8. Join me on my newest platform PEANUT: Connecting women across fertility & motherhood9. Get my parenting worksheet and other resources at PumpedUpParenting.Etsy.com10. Join us on ⁠THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CALM⁠, watch the full replay on our YouTube Channel @DayofCalmTake the Pledge, Support our Mission of the Day of Calm Foundation to SOOTHE THE ANGER & RAGE AT THE HUMAN CORE as we work to end senseless violence against our kids.Support our school in Uganda, Share the Day, Attend a Calm Class or Parenting Class and feel great!