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EPISODE · Jun 6, 2026 · 7 MIN

Softening the Inner Critic

from Softer · host Mara Morales

In today's episode of Softer, we explore the practice of softening the inner critic.Many of us carry an internal voice that focuses on our mistakes, shortcomings or perceived failures. While growth is important, constant self-criticism often leaves us feeling disconnected from ourselves. Today is an invitation to replace judgment with gentleness and begin speaking to yourself with the same compassion you would offer someone you love.Today's Act of Kindness:Replace one self-critical thought with a kind one.In this episode:• Why the inner critic is a habit rather than a truth• The difference between growth and self-judgment• How self-compassion creates space for change• A guided meditation focused on kindness toward yourself• Simple ways to cultivate a gentler inner voiceSofter is a daily 10-minute podcast that combines kindness, mindfulness and meditation to help you move through life with greater compassion - for yourself and others.New episodes every day.

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In today's episode of Softer, we explore the practice of softening the inner critic.Many of us carry an internal voice that focuses on our mistakes, shortcomings or perceived failures. While growth is important, constant self-criticism often leaves us feeling disconnected from ourselves. Today is an invitation to replace judgment with gentleness and begin speaking to yourself with the same compassion you would offer someone you love.Today's Act of Kindness:Replace one self-critical thought with a kind one.In this episode:• Why the inner critic is a habit rather than a truth• The difference between growth and self-judgment• How self-compassion creates space for change• A guided meditation focused on kindness toward yourself• Simple ways to cultivate a gentler inner voiceSofter is a daily 10-minute podcast that combines kindness, mindfulness and meditation to help you move through life with greater compassion - for yourself and others.New episodes every day.

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