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How to overcome negative self-talk

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It is normal to have negative thoughts from time to time. We all experience moments when we are hard on ourselves and feel down. But, when negative self-talk becomes a habit, it can be detrimental to our mental and emotional health. We can all benefit from learning how to recognize and manage our negative self-talk. Identifying and Understanding Negative Self-Talk The first step to overcoming negative self-talk is to identify it. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) defines negative self-talk as “negative thoughts and beliefs about oneself.” It is important to recognize that these thoughts and beliefs are not necessarily true and can be damaging to our mental health. Negative self-talk can manifest in many ways. It may include statements such as “I am not good enough,” “I am a failure,” or “I am unworthy.” It can also involve negative comparisons to others, such as “I am not as successful as them,” or “I am not as smart as them.” In addition, negative self-talk can be more su...
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