The Three Steps I Use to Take the Sting Out of Negative Feedback

Ever notice how one critical remark can overshadow all the praise you've received?

For years, I let one critical comment overshadow every compliment I received. In this episode of The Courageous Performer Podcast, I share how I stopped letting negative feedback crush my confidence and started using it to grow. I'll walk you through the exact three steps I use to decide what to take on board—and what to let go—so I can perform with freedom and self-belief.

🎧 You'll hear:

Why our brains are wired to focus on criticism over praise

How to separate your self-worth from your performance

Real-life examples of turning harsh feedback into constructive growth

Simple ways to quiet the inner critic after a comment stings

The mindset shift that makes feedback feel less personal and more useful

By the end, you'll know how to sift through criticism, keep the gems, and leave the rest behind—so you can keep showing up with courage and confidence.

This episode is for every performer who's ever felt they had to earn their right to be seen. Whether you're onstage, on camera, in the boardroom, or simply trying to show up as yourself - you'll find something here for you.

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Let's talk about how to let go of the fear and find the version of you that doesn't need to be fixed - just given space to perform