Why are we so f*cking mean to ourselves? This week, we’re diving deep into that nonstop voice in your head that tells you you’re not good enough, smart enough, hot enough, just... not enough . You’ll find out why it exists, how it got there, and how to finally shut it the hell up. We’re talking: · The real science behind your inner critic (yes, it’s a thing - it’s called the Default Mode Network ) · Why comparing yourself to everyone on the internet is literally frying your brain ( hi, Social Comparison Theory ) · How to mentally separate from that toxic inner voice ( Cognitive Diffusion, b*tch ) · And how to give yourself the kind of love you’re always chasing from other people ( Radical Self-Compassion ...look it up, it’s life-changing) By the end of this, you’re going to understand that being hard on yourself isn’t some personality trait - it’s a survival habit you can unlearn. And we’re doing it together, one savage thought at a time. This episode is science, sass, and self-respect. Let’s go. Wanna listen to this episode AD FREE?? Go to my ad free subscription at - almostadulting.supercast.com Today's episode is brought to you by: Nutrafol - Nutrafol is offering my listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol and enter the promo code ADULTING . SIMPLY POP - Sip on the juicy side of life. Find out where you can try Simply Pop at cokeurl.com/simplyPOP ! Feeld Dating - Download Feeld now on the App Store or Google Play and discover if you’re into relationship anarchy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .