In this episode of The Mum Minute, we’re tackling something that sneaks into all of our minds—that little inner voice that tells us we’re not doing enough, not patient enough, or that we should be doing better. Sound familiar?

If your inner critic has been extra loud lately, you’re not alone. But here’s the thing: beating yourself up doesn’t make you a better mum—it just makes you feel worse. So today, we’re talking about why that voice is so harsh and, more importantly, how you can quiet it and replace it with something much kinder.

We’ll cover simple, practical tools you can use in the moment to challenge those critical thoughts and remind yourself that you are already enough.

Key Takeaways:

• Why mums are so hard on themselves: The pressure to ‘do it all’ and social media comparisons make self-criticism feel inevitable—but it doesn’t have to be.
• Naming your inner critic: Giving it a name (like ‘Perfectionist Penny’ or ‘Judgy Janet’) helps you separate from it and see it for what it is—just a voice, not the truth.
• Flipping the script: If you wouldn’t say it to a friend, don’t say it to yourself! Try reframing negative thoughts with a little self-compassion.
• The ‘Three Kind Things’ rule: When self-criticism creeps in, challenge yourself to list three things you did well today—no matter how small.
• A quick reset for when that voice gets too loud: A simple breathing exercise to shift your mindset and bring yourself back to the present moment.
• Reality check: Your kids don’t see someone who needs to be ‘better’—they just see mum. And that’s more than enough.

• Need a moment to reset? Download my free Confident Mum hypnotherapy audio
• Follow along on Instagram for more tips and support
• Learn more about The Happy Mum Programme

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Until next time,

Corrina x