The way you talk to yourself matters. Please donβt bully yourself.
Negative self-talk doesnβt motivate us to be or do βbetterβ. It can actually damage our sense of self and our wellbeing. The next time you catch your inner critic in action, try these three steps:
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Challenge the thought: Question your inner critic. Is the thought really true?
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Reframe the thought: Switch out the negative thought for something more supportive. If youβre stuck, imagine what a friend would say to you.
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Shift your focus away from the thought: Take a deep breath, try a body scan, or find three things you can see, feel, and hear to ground yourself in the present moment.
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