Hi Morgan. I am reading through your articles and I feel deep connection and understanding. Even though I managed to slow down big time (and improve my diet), chocolate is still my best friend…
My Highly Sensitive Mini Series might resonate with you. 💕
I can't take credit for the S.H.A.M.E. acronym, but I do think it's brilliant. Thanks for your comments. I'm so happy this resonated, and totally agree, it's fantastic how so many people are feeling empowered to adjust our relationships with those inner critics.
Dear Morgan, I've spoken with Chocolate and he's told me that he's found a new lover. He's ok with the change in status of your relationship and will see you around, as friends, not lovers. If you miss him, he said to visit him in this publication where he's hanging out and feeling deeply cherished : Ode to Chocolate. 🤣😂🥰
Morgan, this was such a rich and resonant reflection — and not just because of the chocolate (though let’s be honest, that relationship was beautifully rendered).
What really struck me was your ability to name the inner critic not as an enemy to defeat, but as a protector with outdated methods. That shift — from judgment to curiosity — feels like a doorway so many of us are just now learning how to walk through.
Also: “Should Have Already Mastered Everything”? That acronym deserves a trophy.
Thank you for the wisdom, the vulnerability, and the gentle reminder that self-compassion doesn’t mean silencing the critic — it means learning to speak a little more kindly to it.
Great stuff, Morgan. I can identify with a lot of what you shared. I touched on similar issues of the inner critic in the piece I published this morning ("On Finding One's Voice"). I love when I'm vibing in the same head space as another Substacker at the same time. It seems to happen fairly often
Yes, I read your article yesterday and loved it! And yes also to the harnonized idea streams that I'm experiencing every day here. (I just made up that term. Does it work? 😄)
Hi Morgan. I am reading through your articles and I feel deep connection and understanding. Even though I managed to slow down big time (and improve my diet), chocolate is still my best friend…
My Highly Sensitive Mini Series might resonate with you. 💕
https://open.substack.com/pub/morethanenoughbyselene/p/highly-sensitive-mini-series?r=4ph7fq&utm_medium=ios
I will definitely check that out, Selene, thank you for reaching out! And keep enjoying whatever serves you 😊
I can't take credit for the S.H.A.M.E. acronym, but I do think it's brilliant. Thanks for your comments. I'm so happy this resonated, and totally agree, it's fantastic how so many people are feeling empowered to adjust our relationships with those inner critics.
Dear Morgan, I've spoken with Chocolate and he's told me that he's found a new lover. He's ok with the change in status of your relationship and will see you around, as friends, not lovers. If you miss him, he said to visit him in this publication where he's hanging out and feeling deeply cherished : Ode to Chocolate. 🤣😂🥰
https://open.substack.com/pub/tamyfaierman/p/ode-to-chocolate?r=eg9g9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
Tamy, yes, wonderful!! I knew he would understand and no hard feelings 😉😍😋 He's all love after all, right? I will visit him where you suggested 😄
Morgan, this was such a rich and resonant reflection — and not just because of the chocolate (though let’s be honest, that relationship was beautifully rendered).
What really struck me was your ability to name the inner critic not as an enemy to defeat, but as a protector with outdated methods. That shift — from judgment to curiosity — feels like a doorway so many of us are just now learning how to walk through.
Also: “Should Have Already Mastered Everything”? That acronym deserves a trophy.
Thank you for the wisdom, the vulnerability, and the gentle reminder that self-compassion doesn’t mean silencing the critic — it means learning to speak a little more kindly to it.
—Matt
Great stuff, Morgan. I can identify with a lot of what you shared. I touched on similar issues of the inner critic in the piece I published this morning ("On Finding One's Voice"). I love when I'm vibing in the same head space as another Substacker at the same time. It seems to happen fairly often
Yes, I read your article yesterday and loved it! And yes also to the harnonized idea streams that I'm experiencing every day here. (I just made up that term. Does it work? 😄)
"Harmonized ideas" is now a thing. I'm in. Trademark that sh*t. 🤣