Liberate Yourself from Your Inner Critic (April 15 - May 16, 2024)

5-WEEK MEDITATION SERIES

April 15 – May 16, 2024

Hosted live on Zoom (recordings available)

"As long as you do not know the secret of separating ego from the self, you cannot master yourself." Hazrat Inayat Khan

Do you ever find yourself held back by a nagging inner voice of self-doubt, harsh judgment, and relentless criticism? This insidious inner critic, known by many names – the superego, inner judge, the gremlin, or accusing self – can sabotage our happiness, well-being, and personal growth if left unchecked. It robs us of joy, sneaks into our daily lives, and inhibits our freedom to experiment and explore life to the fullest.

Imagine a life where you've found freedom from the shackles of self-criticism. Ancient traditions like Sufism and Buddhism, and more recently psychotherapy, have recognized the inner critic as a major obstacle on the path to inner freedom. They teach that learning to work skillfully with this inner voice is key to experiencing liberation. 

This five-week meditation course will provide powerful tools from Sufism, Buddhism, and contemporary psychology, neuroscience, and leadership studies from MIT, Duke, and INSEAD to help you find your own freedom from the tyranny of the inner critic.

“I have taken 6 of Jacob's different classes on meditation and journeying within. Each one has been excellent; accessible, rewarding and nourishing. Jacob uses straight forward descriptive language welcoming feedback and enquiry to which he responds clearly and supportively.” -Marc

Who is this for?

Seekers looking for freedom from the inner critic, particularly in their meditation practice.

Coaches, Therapists, and Guides wishing to better understand how this inner voice affects the people they serve.

Leaders wanting to overcome self doubt and lead with confidence.

“I am happy that this was my first experience with guided meditation, and am looking forward to the future sessions. Thank you, Jacob!” - Lira

Course Breakdown:

Week 1: Meeting the Critic

Cultivate present moment awareness through breath and concentration practices, and learn to identify the inner critic's distinct voice.

Week 2: Questioning the Critic

Develop a skeptical attitude towards the inner critic's judgments, shielding yourself from internalizing its harsh narratives.

Week 3: Confronting the Critic

Reclaim your power by courageously confronting and dismantling the inner critic's limiting beliefs.

Week 4: Befriending the Critic

Soften the inner critic through self-compassion practices that melt away self-criticism with kindness.

Week 5: Laughing at (and with) the Critic

Lighten up and disarm the inner critic by injecting humor and playfulness into your relationship with it.

Weekly Format:

Monday-Wednesday 8:00 – 8:30 am PT: Guided meditation sessions introducing the week's theme and practical exercises.

Thursday: Independent practice day, allowing you to apply your practice on your own and the learnings in real-world scenarios.

Friday 8:00 – 8:45 am PT: Small group listening and sharing sessions, fostering connection, understanding, and concrete practice of listening to others. 

Recordings will be available in a Dropbox within a day of each class. 

NOTE: This format is experimental and requires sufficient enrollment and attendance to work. As such, if we don’t reach a certain number of enrolled participants by April 10th, we will postpone this course. 

Your Guide:

I’m Jacob Dominicus, an executive coach, meditation guide, spiritual leader, and meditation practitioner for over three decades. With a BA from NYU in Organizational Behavior and Mysticism, I weave insights into each session, synthesizing traditional wisdom, leadership and neuroscience research, and modern knowledge in a clear, accessible manner.

“Highly recommend. I enjoyed the experience and was grateful for the guidance and practical tips. Starting a practice can be intimidating and this course helps to break it down without focusing on one specific discipline, but giving a taste of many. Thank you!” - Cynthia

Optional One-on-One Coaching

• The $100/week price tier includes 1 one-on-one meditation coaching session (valued at $500)

• These sessions can help you diagnose and correct for challenges that might arise in your practice

• Such sessions also support gaining clarity about what to focus on in your practice after the course has ended

FAQs

I forgot my password, and there’s not “Forgot Password?” option. What do I do?

Answer: 1. Go back to the course description page. 2. In the upper right hand corner, there’s a “Login” button, click it. The form that appears should have a “Forgot Password” option. If it does not, email me!

I'm new to meditation, is this course suitable for beginners?

Answer: Yes, absolutely. This course is designed to be accessible for both beginners and experienced meditators alike. We'll cover foundational breath and concentration practices to help new meditators build awareness skills.

I have an extremely harsh inner critic. Will this really help me overcome it?

Answer: This course is no replacement for the therapeutic work that can take place in individual psychotherapy. However, this course will provide you with powerful tools and perspectives from transformative spiritual traditions to work skillfully with even the most aggressive inner critic. With dedicated practice, you can find freedom.

What if I miss some of the live sessions?

Answer: Not a problem! Recordings of all sessions will be provided so you can access the course material at your convenience.

Is there an opportunity for interaction and questions during the course?

Answer: Yes, the Friday session each week is dedicated to small group sharing and listening. You'll have ample chances to ask questions, get feedback, and connect with others on the journey.

I'm pretty skeptical about all this spiritual stuff. Will this course work for me?

Answer: The approaches taught draw from evidence-based practices in psychotherapy and neuroscience as well. The course focuses on concrete tools rather than dogma.

Do I need any special equipment or prerequisites?

Answer: No special equipment is required beyond a device to join the Zoom sessions. The course is self-contained and no prerequisites are needed.

Will there be opportunities for one-on-one guidance or support?

Answer: Yes, while the course primarily operates in group sessions, there will be opportunities for individual feedback and guidance. My aim is to ensure every participant feels supported in their journey. Some of this will take place during the weekly Q&A. For those who value more targeted attention, the $100/week price includes a 1 hour one-on-one session.

What's the refund policy if I find the course isn't right for me?

Answer: I offer a one-week satisfaction guarantee. If after attending the sessions in the first week you feel the course isn't right for you, you can request a full refund.

Why This Course?

Freedom is an option. The inner critic's incessant negativity can feel like a heavy burden weighing us down. But we don't have to carry that burden. This course provides a pathway to freedom from the tyranny of self-criticism. Through devoted practice, that freedom can become your reality. 

Life is short. Join this empowering journey to reclaim your sovereign self!

Have questions? 

Email me at j@jacobdominicus.com 

To accommodate our different economic conditions, you will find several payment options. Please pick the one that most suits your current capacity. You will be charged weekly for five weeks.

If you currently work with me as a Coaching client, this program is included. Just let me know you want to attend, and I’ll register you.

If you are not currently a client, but are interested what that entails, please email here or book a discovery call.

Need support? Scholarships available. Money should never be an obstacle to personal growth. No one will be turned away for financial reasons.

Can you offer support? Just pick a scholarship option below.