The Self Set

Welcome to The Self Set, the podcast that helps you overcome self-doubt, build self-confidence, and set yourself apart from the crowd. Hosted by Laura Maloney, a former shy girl turned PR professional, this show offers practical tips and mindset shifts to help you find your voice and step outside your comfort zone.

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THIS Psychology Strategy Will Help You Let Go of Insecurities

I'm sharing a psychology concept that can help you re-wire your brain to build confidence and let go of insecurities. In this episode, you'll understand why you're more likely to remember criticism rather than compliments from other people. I share one practice way you can learn to love yourself and embrace who you want to be. Want additional self-reflection questions and journal prompts? Join The Self Set Community here: https://theselfset.com/subscribe/ Let's connect on IG: @theselfset Intro s...

Dec 21, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 7

When You Feel Like You're the ONLY ONE..

Do you ever feel like you're the ONLY who feels the way you do? You think you're the only one falling behind, failing, feeling anxious, feeling lost. You're not. There are so many other people who feel the way you do. The best way to remove the shame and to know that you're not alone is by sharing your honest struggles and getting real about how you feel. In this episode, we're getting real about how we feel, reminding ourselves that we're not alone, and breaking down HOW to be honest with other...

Dec 14, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Stress-Eating and Other Coping Mechanisms: Why We Rely on Them and How to Switch to Healthier Alternative

When you're stressed or upset, what do you tend to automatically do to comfort yourself? Maybe eating greasy food or scrolling IG for a couple of hours. In this episode, we're going to get honest about our go-to ways to cope with our emotions. We're also going to learn about the psychology of coping mechanisms and why we get hooked on habits that we know are negatively impacting us down the road. Plus we'll find a psychology-backed strategy that may help us switch to healthier coping mechanisms....

Dec 07, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 5

EFT Tapping and How to ACTUALLY Deal With Uncomfortable Emotions

Introducing Jacqui Acree, an EFT Tapping Practitioner and self-compassion advocate. In this episode, Jacqui teaches us how to use EFT to cope with emotions, how to stay present, and practice mindfulness. Her empathetic approach to emotional regulation is such a relief to listen to. This episode is great for those of us who tend to avoid uncomfortable feelings or who bottle up our emotions. Check out Jacqui's FREE 10 minute EFT Tapping Session: https://bit.ly/3G0alo8 Follow Jacqui on IG: @jaqui.a...

Nov 30, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 4

What to Do When You Don't Feel "ENOUGH"

Have you ever felt like you weren't "enough?" Pretty enough, hot enough, fun enough, smart enough, successful enough? Here's a new way to look at those standards we set on ourselves. You'll also discover how to quit falling into the "not ___ enough" trap and what to do when you feel shame on your self-improvement journey. Want additional self-reflection questions and journal prompts? Join The Self Set Community here: https://theselfset.com/subscribe/ Let's connect on IG: @theselfset Intro song: ...

Nov 23, 2021•8 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Ask Yourself THIS QUESTION When You're Feeling Insecure

Here are four words my therapist said that changed my perspective around my negative or insecure thoughts. This question allows us to reframe our fears, question our thoughts and take back control over our mindset and emotions. Thoughts can be convincing, but thoughts aren't facts. Self-Reflection Journal Prompt: Consider a recent insecure thought you've had (ie. "my coworker doesn't like me") Now question that thought and ask yourself "what if that's not true?" Find the evidence to support the ...

Nov 16, 2021•4 min•Season 1Ep. 2

(PREVIEW) Re-Thinking Self-Help Advice + What to Expect on The Self Set

In this episode, I'm sharing why I'm not a fan of traditional self-help advice - especially simple advice like "just love yourself" or "follow your passion." This perspective shift may remind you that there's a different way to look at the advice you've heard so many times before. I'll also share what you can expect in upcoming episodes of The Self Set. Unique perspectives, psychology strategies, and self-reflection journal prompts. Let's connect on IG: @theselfset Intro song: Balearic Paradox b...

Nov 10, 2021•3 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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