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In this episode, we arrive at the heart of the season’s work: the transformation of the inner critic into a wise, compassionate protector.

Through the Buddhist teaching of Right Effort (Sammā Vāyāma), we explore how true change doesn’t come from force or self-attack, but from partnership, care, and sustainable inner leadership. When protection becomes kind, self-trust begins to take root.

In this episode, we explore:

• How the inner critic evolves into an inner guardian
• The difference between harsh control and compassionate protection
• Self-leadership in sobriety, creativity, and visibility
• Creating safety as the foundation for growth

Guided Practice — Guardian Transformation Visualization
A deep, integrative visualization to help you:

• Meet your inner critic with compassion
• Understand what it’s been trying to protect
• Invite it into a new role as a supportive inner guardian
• Practice partnership instead of self-violence

This episode is an invitation to stop fighting yourself and start walking forward with the part of you that truly wants you safe, whole, and free.

🎧 Best listened to slowly, in a quiet space.

🎵 Sound Bath Integration
Infused with 528 Hz (Heart Chakra)—supporting integration, self-trust, and inner harmony—created in collaboration with STATiC.

About the Host
Miki Byrne is a certified Life Coach in Positive Psychology, blending Buddhist-inspired practices, meditation, storytelling, and recovery-informed insight to help listeners soften into sustainable momentum—without self-violence.

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