In this episode of Triangle Theory, we sat down with psychotherapist and bestselling author Rick Carson to explore the mind’s quiet saboteur - the Gremlin. Through decades of clinical work and teaching, Carson has helped countless people recognise, understand, and disarm the inner voice that fuels self-doubt and emotional paralysis. This conversation goes far beyond surface-level self-help. Rick shares the psychological mechanisms behind negative self-talk, how the Gremlin disguises itself as “rational thinking,” and what it truly means to observe your mind without getting tangled in its stories. The hosts dig into practical exercises from Taming Your Gremlin, the art of gentle awareness, and how counseling and psychotherapy can empower authentic living. Listeners will walk away with strategies to: - Recognise their own Gremlin in action - Reclaim authority over inner narratives - Cultivate self-compassion and calm presence - Navigate moments of self-sabotage with curiosity, not judgment If this episode resonated with you, subscribe to the Triangle Theory newsletter for more insights on self-awareness, psychology, and human growth: https://tr.ee/KM1Gr5S8lG If you enjoyed this episode, you can support us by buying us a coffee! :) https://tr.ee/maaifQETDl Find more about Rick's Work: https://tamingyourgremlin.com/