Silence Your Inner Critic: A Practical Guide to Building a Positive Self-Relationship

by Amber Mikesell

Silence Your Inner Critic invites individuals experiencing self-doubt to embark on an epic quest to rise above their greatest adversary—their Inner Critic. 

This transformative guide weaves the exhilarating elements of superhero comic book lore with practical psychological insights, empowering individuals to reclaim their hero’s journey from the clutches of self-criticism.

Opening with an exploration of how past experiences, societal expectations, and personal fears create a fertile ground for self-doubt to flourish, this enlightening resource arms individuals with an arsenal of tools—mindfulness techniques, self-compassion practices, and confidence-building exercises—all designed to fortify their resilience against their Inner Critic.

Offering a hands-on approach to self-empowerment through engaging, real-life examples blended with interactive exercises, individuals learn to identify and challenge the distorted perceptions that fuel their internal foe. Techniques such as the “Tablet of Internal Power” and “Journal of Justice” are presented as superhero gadgets that individuals can visualize and deploy, making the process both fun and impactful.

Author Amber Mikesell combines personal experience, psychological research, and motivational coaching, making Silence Your Inner Critic not only a tool for personal change but also a compelling read that entertains as it educates. 

Ideal for anyone who struggles with self-doubt or is a harsh self-critic, this unique guidebook offers a fresh, engaging approach to traditional self-help with a blend of narrative flair and practical advice that can transform the inner battleground into a triumph of self-discovery and empowerment.

Individuals will feel like the hero of their own story, equipped with the knowledge and tools to silence their Inner Critic once and for all.

182 pages, Paperback

Published March 4, 2025

About the author

Amber is a globally recognized leader in human
transformation, celebrated as a Master Life Coach,
Integrative Health Coach, and visionary educator. As
the Founder and Chief Lead Minister of Suivera, a
groundbreaking alli-faiths nonprofit, Amber is on a
mission to ignite a global movement of love,
self-awareness, and heart-centered leadership.
With a career spanning 110+ countries and over a
million lives impacted, Amber has guided individuals and organizations to unlock their
fullest potential—starting from within. Her transformative approach is rooted in a simple
yet profound truth: when we cultivate self-love, we create ripples that heal families,
communities, and the world.
Amber’s expertise blends science, spirituality, and personal empowerment, drawing
from extensive studies in world religions, cultural anthropology, and social sciences.
She holds multiple certifications in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Meditation,
Kinesiology, Vedic Yoga, Holistic Nutrition, and more. Her formal education includes a
Bachelor’s in Organizational and Interpersonal Communication and a Master’s in
Quantum Sciences, equipping her with a unique ability to bridge ancient wisdom with
modern innovation.
As the host of The Heart Leader Podcast, Amber brings deep conversations to life,
guiding listeners on a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and love-driven leadership.
Whether through coaching, teaching, or leading Suivera’s global initiatives, her mission
remains the same: to help people embrace their power, silence their inner critic, and
lead with love.

Reviews

[Sergey Lebedenko · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some good points and techniques, I particularly liked the Face Your Reflection exercise and Villain Monologue. But the book ultimately fails to build upon it’s Superhero Movie metaphor and turns into chatgpt-esque to-do lists and instructions rather quickly. The constant reminder to subscribe to their website doesn’t help either.

The mask that came with a package is pretty cool though.

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

Silence Your Inner Critic offers approachable, measurable, and actionable advice to manage fear, self-doubt, and insecurity. The empathetic advice is wrapped in a metaphorical narrative that humanizes your inner critic as a dastardly villain thwarting your inner champion. This analogy — one of a hero battling a supervillain — is so relatable that it makes managing your feelings of stress, fear, and insecurity less intimidating. I appreciate the author's frequent step-by-step tools to apply the book's learnings to your life so you can make measurable progress in reframing your feelings about yourself and your place in the world. I would highly recommend Silence Your Inner Critic for anyone who wants to feel like their self-help advice is coming from a friend who's walked in your shoes and is now walking with you side-by-side as you commit to improving your relationship with yourself.