Inner Critic to Inner Ally: A Creative & Somatic Workshop

Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm to 05:30 pm UTC+01:00

Birmingham Buddhist Centre | Birmingham

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Inner Critic  to Inner Ally:  A Creative & Somatic Workshop
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A half-day workshop to understand your inner critic, shift your relationship with it, and come home to yourself.
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That voice in your head, the self-criticism, the self-doubt, the negative self-talk that says shrink, be more, be less, don't mess this up, work harder, stay quiet, prove yourself, didn't come from nowhere. It speaks with such authority that it's easy to mistake it for the truth. But that voice, however convincing, is not the entirety of who you are.

Most people try to silence their inner critic by pushing it down or arguing back, but it always comes back.

This workshop takes a different approach; think of it as couples counselling for you and your inner critic. You'll explore where that voice came from, what it's really trying to say, and how to build a relationship with it that doesn't cost you so much.

What to expect

In this workshop, you'll move through creative, reflective, and somatic practices, including drawing, journaling, and group sharing, in a small, intentional space. These integrative practices aim to ensure the workshop is embodied, mind, body and soul. Whether you are new to healing work or already on your journey, you are welcome.

You'll leave with:

  • Greater insight into the origins of your inner critic and why it developed
  • A clearer distinction between who you are and what that voice tells you
  • A written agreement with yourself about how you want to move forward
  • The CLEAR framework to return to when the negative self-talk feels overwhelming
  • Shared experience with a small group of people doing the same work

This is for you if:

  • You're tired of the inner commentary and ready to do something different with it
  • Your self-doubt, perfectionism, or people-pleasing has been running the show for too long
  • You're drawn to approaches that work with the body, not just the mind
  • You want insight that actually translates into how you feel day to day


About your facilitator

This workshop is facilitated by , a qualified Psychotherapist, Author, and Workshop Facilitator whose work sits at the intersection of psychology, social justice, and the soul. Through her therapy practice and Sensitive Soul Circles, she has supported countless people in developing a deeper relationship with themselves and others.


Agenda
Welcome & Introductions
Creative Exercise
Role & Function of the Inner Critic: Psychological Perspective
Break: Light Snack & Nibbles
Somatic Embodiment Exercise
Developing A Healthier Relationship With Your Inner Critic
Reflective Practice
Endings
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Birmingham Buddhist Centre, 11 Park Road, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 22.38 to GBP 33.22

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