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Do you ever feel like no one is really listening? You share your experiences, your struggles, and your triumphs, but somehow, it feels like no one truly gets it. So often, when we start opening up and sharing our stories, we’re met with polite nods, vague responses, or even silence. It’s easy to start questioning whether our stories really even matter.
The truth is, many people feel this way when they try to share their stories. The issue isn’t who we’re telling our story to, but how we’re telling it—and, most importantly, the story we’re telling ourselves before anyone else hears it.
Why It Feels Like No One Is Listening
When we share something deeply personal, we naturally hope for connection. But if we’re disconnected from our own story, it’s hard to convey it in a way that resonates with others. Often, we unconsciously hold back, afraid of judgment or we are silenced by an inner critic that whispers, “Who will really care about this?”
Over time, we start to believe that our stories lack impact or that no one’s interested. And when self-doubt creeps in, we may silence ourselves before we even begin.
The Power of Telling Your Own Story—to Yourself
The stories we tell ourselves shape our view of ourselves, our past, and our place in the world. If our inner monologue is critical and full of self-doubt, we begin to question our worth and hold back.
The first step to breaking free from self-limiting narratives is understanding the inner critic that holds us back. When we become aware of those negative beliefs, we gain the power to replace them with a narrative of worth, resilience, and value.
To help us tackle these challenges, Survivor School invited Sherry Taveras, author and storytelling expert, to lead a powerful masterclass on Expressive Writing.
Sherry will guide us in silencing the inner critic, discovering our authentic voice, and telling our stories in a way that feels authentic and impactful.
Overcoming the Inner Critic with Expressive Writing
Expressive writing isn’t about being a perfect writer; it’s about creating a safe space to explore your experiences, thoughts, and emotions on paper. This practice helps you reclaim your story without the fear of judgment. You gain clarity, break through self-doubt, and often find that your story holds strength and wisdom you hadn’t recognized before.
Through her masterclass, Sherry will share techniques that help individuals quiet their inner critics, silence self-doubt, and reclaim their voices. Her approach focuses on identifying limiting beliefs—like perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and the idea that our story doesn’t matter—and replacing them with empowering alternatives.
Sharing Your Story with Confidence
By building trust with our inner voice, we can craft a story that’s both authentic and impactful. And as we grow more comfortable with our voice, we’ll find that others begin to listen, too.
If you’re ready to explore the power of your own voice, you can join us for this special masterclass.
Hope to see you there!
XO
~Arci
P.S. Don't forget to bring a pen!
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