Your Inner Critic Is Lying to You

Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything right—but still can’t break through to the next level? The truth is, success isn’t about working harder. It’s about thinking differently. In this powerful solo episode, Emma Grede breaks down the one skill that separates people who rise from those who stay stuck: mindset. She shares her most personal lessons on how to shift your thinking, silence your inner critic, and build resilience that lasts. And—she drops a huge announcement! Emma’s new book, START WITH YOURSELF, arrives in 2026. It’s a no-BS guide to mastering your mindset and creating success on your own terms. In this episode, you’ll learn: ● The difference between a fixed and a growth mindset ● How to stop negative thought loops and self-sabotage ● Why gratitude and visualization actually rewire your brain ● How to deal with haters and fear of failure ● Why celebrating small wins builds unstoppable momentum If you’re ready to stop doubting yourself and start thinking like a winner, this episode is your sign. 📘 Preorder START WITH YOURSELF now at https://www.emmagrede.com/ or wherever books are sold. 💬 Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments below. 🔔 Subscribe to Aspire with Emma Grede for more insights on building success from the inside out. _____ SUBSCRIBE    / @emmagrede   _____ 00:00 Introduction 01:13 Start with Yourself 03:16 Can you change your mindset? 04:35 Defining "mindset" 06:45 Get a "growth" mindset 07:44 What is your baseline mindset? 09:58 Ad Break 15:17 The power of creative visualization 20:20 Look at the company you keep 21:40 Pay attention to what you consume 24:56 How gratitude changes the brain 25:42 Ad Break 30:09 Separate yourself from your "thoughts" 32:12 Use Jay Shetty's 5-4-3-2-1 method 33:15 Learn to live with the haters 35:38 Why women fear failure more than men 38:56 How to overcome the fear of failure 41:18 Celebrate your wins 44:18 Pass it on! #aspirewithemmagrede #growthmindset #gratitude #smallwins #business #businessadvice #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #personalgrowth #success #successmindset _____ ABOUT ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDE Build the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people. Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women, wants you to make the most of your life. On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede', learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist and former chair of Starbucks, Mellody Hobson, podcast host Jay Shetty, billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban, and public luminaries like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Charlamagne Tha God, Jessica Alba, former First Lady Michelle Obama, and Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology, and, of course, how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need to turn your dreams into reality. LISTEN TO ASPIRE WITH EMMA GREDE link.pscrb.fm/f0281/Aspire_YT ABOUT EMMA GREDE Emma Grede is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank. Learn more at: https://www.emmagrede.com/