Are you exhausted from spending hours preparing for meetings, only to have your mind go blank and your voice shake when someone questions your expertise?
Many accomplished professionals find themselves frozen in high-stakes moments, their carefully planned words evaporating at the first sign of criticism – not realizing this is actually their body's natural survival response.
In this episode, I share a powerful client story and a simple practice that can help you move from freeze to flow when facing criticism.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:
- Why criticism can trigger a physical survival response, even in the most experienced professionals
- How your body's "freeze" response to criticism isn't a character flaw but a natural protective mechanism
- A 60-second practice that can help you stay calm and clear-headed when facing criticism — without anyone knowing you're doing it
If you're ready to find a new way of handling criticism and find your voice in high-stakes moments, this episode will show you how sensitivity can become your greatest strength.
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