Episode 53: Stop the Mean Girl in Your Head: How to Rewrite Negative Self Talk and Grow Your Confidence with Julie Nee
Are you ready to break free from self-doubt and finally grow into your full potential? In this inspiring episode of Investment of Self, we dive into actionable strategies to overcome negative self-talk, cultivate gratitude, and ignite real transformation in your life. Julie Nee, bestselling author and co-creator of the “You Grow Girl” movement, joins host Kathy Washburn for a heartfelt conversation packed with science-backed positivity, tools for personal growth, and empowering stories from her journey as a cancer survivor, leader, and mother.
Together, Julie and Kathy explore the real impact of positive psychology, why shifting your mindset matters, and how small daily rituals can rewire your brain for greater purpose and joy. You’ll uncover creative ways to silence your inner critic, make conferences and self-help books “sticky” with practical exercises, and build a supportive community to accelerate your growth—no matter your age or stage.
Perfect for anyone feeling stuck, striving for change, or seeking inspiration, this episode offers wisdom, warmth, and the motivation to invest in yourself. Tune in and discover how to nurture your best self from the inside out—and why a single shift can ripple through generations.
In this episode, Kathy and Julie discuss:
Overcoming negative self-talk patterns
Building inner resilience through gratitude
Impact of positive psychology research
Creating supportive women’s communities
Transforming self-doubt into growth
Timestamps:
00:00 Empowering Women Through You Grow Girl
05:55 "Passion for Positivity in Music"
07:21 Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
12:39 Understanding Saboteurs and Judge Avatars
16:07 "Desire Fuels Personal Growth"
19:07 "Prioritizing Goals: One Step at a Time"
23:38 Affirmations for Aging Parents
24:27 "Transformation Through Affirmations"
28:49 Inside-Out Gratitude Ripple
32:34 Embrace Imperfection, Choose Growth
36:21 Empowerment Through Collaborative Workshops
38:38 "Mastermind Support for Women Entrepreneurs"
43:46 Collaborative Book Launch Success
46:45 Daily Inspirations: Gift of Growth
48:08 Embracing Chat GPT Reluctantly
51:35 Sending Good Juju & Gratitude
If Julie was a pill, what effect would she want to have on someone?
Fill others with positivity and energy and a deep desire to connect with other people.
More About Julie Nee
Learn more about You Grow Girl
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Follow @amypkelly and @julie-nee on LinkedIn
YGG/Your Growth Group: We Build Your Team so Your Team Can Build Your Business. We are the co-founders of You Grow Girl! They are keynote speakers, workshop facilitators, panel moderators, and leadership curriculum designers. As authors, they have written or contributed to eight books on personal and professional development.
Connect with Kathy Washburn
To learn more about Kathy and her coaching services, head over to https://kathywashburn.net/
To schedule a free consultation with Kathy visit https://kathywashburn.net/contact
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Sign Up for Kathy’s On Demand Anchored Hope Course https://kathy-washburn.teachable.com/p/anchored-hope