#007: This ONE Quiz Will Silence Your Inner Critic for Good

If you’ve ever felt like your inner critic is in the driver’s seat—fueling stress, self-doubt, and overthinking—you’re not alone. That little voice is what’s keeping so many purpose-driven women stuck, holding them back from the success and impact they’re meant to create.

But what if I told you there’s a quiz that can help you identify exactly what’s driving that inner critic—and teach you how to quiet it for good?

This week on The Business of Good, I sat down with Lindsay White, a leadership coach and Positive Intelligence champion, to dive into the concept of saboteurs and how understanding them can transform your mindset. Trust me, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

What Is Positive Intelligence?

Positive Intelligence is more than just a mindset framework—it’s a game-changer for how you approach life and business. As Lindsay explained in our conversation, Positive Intelligence focuses on the internal mental habits (called saboteurs) that sabotage your performance and happiness.

These saboteurs are like invisible enemies in your mind, and we all have them. The first step to quieting them? Exposing them. That’s where the Positive Intelligence Saboteur Assessment comes in.

“This quiz helps you name the voices that have been holding you back,” Lindsay shared. “Once you can identify them, you can start to weaken their power.”

Uncovering Your Saboteurs: My Results

When I took the quiz, my results didn’t surprise me—but they definitely hit close to home. My top three saboteurs are:

• Hyper-Vigilant: Always scanning for what could go wrong.
• Hyper-Achiever: Tying my self-worth to my accomplishments.
• Controller: Struggling to let go of control.

These saboteurs have helped me in the past (hello, Type-A personality), but now they’re creating stress and limiting my potential. If you’ve ever caught yourself overthinking, second-guessing, or chasing perfection, chances are your saboteurs are running the show too.

What Are Saboteurs, and How Do They Show Up?

During our conversation, Lindsay broke down the idea of saboteurs and how they impact our lives.

“Saboteurs are the mental habits formed in childhood to help us survive, but as adults, they hold us back,” she explained. “Each saboteur has its own voice, assumptions, and beliefs that work against your best interests.”

For mission-driven women, common saboteurs include the Pleaser (struggling to say no), the Stickler (obsessing over perfection), and the Avoider (putting off uncomfortable decisions). These inner voices can stop you from stepping into your power, setting boundaries, or pursuing big goals.

How to Recognize (and Quiet) Your Saboteurs

If you’re wondering, How do I know if this is happening to me? Lindsay shared some simple ways to recognize when saboteurs are in control:

• Notice negative emotions like fear, doubt, or guilt.
• Look for patterns of overthinking or procrastination.
• Pay attention to self-critical thoughts, especially during challenges.

But here’s the good news: once you’ve identified your saboteurs, you can start quieting them. Lindsay shared practical strategies like mindfulness exercises, practicing self-compassion, and interrupting negative thought patterns with small mental shifts.

One of her favorite tools? The Positive Intelligence Bootcamp, which provides a step-by-step framework for reducing the power of your saboteurs and building a kinder, more compassionate inner voice.

Why Quieting Your Inner Critic Matters

Your saboteurs don’t just affect your mindset—they impact every part of your life and business. Lindsay explained that silencing your inner critic frees up the mental energy you need to grow, lead, and make a greater impact.

“When you weaken your saboteurs, you open the door to creativity, better decision-making, and resilience,” she said. “It’s about taking control of your inner dialogue so you can finally reach your full potential.”

Your Next Steps: Take the Quiz and Join Us

If you’re ready to take back control of your mindset, here’s what to do next:

1. Take the Positive Intelligence Quiz: Find out which saboteurs are holding you back.
2. Join the Positive Intelligence Bootcamp: Lindsay has created a special rate just for my audience. Sign up at janditchfield.co/join.

This program is a powerful opportunity to quiet your inner critic, build your mental fitness, and set yourself up for success in 2025. I’m doing the program too, and I’d love for you to join me on this journey.

Final Thoughts

Your inner critic doesn’t have to define your story. By uncovering your saboteurs and learning how to quiet them, you can create a mindset that empowers you to achieve your biggest goals.

Take the quiz today, join the bootcamp, and let’s make 2025 the year we silence those inner voices—for good.