Dealing With Negative Self-Talk
If you’ve landed on this article, it’s safe to say that negative self-talk isn’t a foreign concept. One of the biggest adversaries for a positive mindset is most oftentimes ourselves — and we plague our days with sentiments like:
“I’m terrible at this”
“I shouldn’t have even tried that”
“I could never make it that far”
“I’ll never accomplish this”
While these thoughts may seem like fleeting bits of cynicism, they can have lasting effects on our state of being. Over time, they may become cemented as internalized feelings or even beliefs, which may prevent you from living a productive and happy life.
Now, fixing negative self-talk is a simple concept, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. It starts with identifying these moments in your mind when they pop up. If you notice that you’re belittling or discouraging yourself, take a moment to reflect on it. Once you’ve called attention to it, change the perspective, and attempt to redirect the negative self-talk into encouragement. Instead of saying, “I’ll never accomplish this” — try, “with enough practice, I’ll get there.”
It seems silly and minimal, but it can go a long way if practiced at every turn. Just like with any other feat in life, it takes practice. Dealing with negative self-talk is a step in the right direction, and will help you develop an overall positive mindset.
The Difference Between Growth Mindset and Toxic Positivity.
Growth mindset is the latest hot topic in many different circles, from education to self-improvement. With growing popularity, its meaning and applications have been simplified — sometimes overly so — for more widespread appeal. Which makes sense: breaking down this major mental shift into bite-sized pieces means the everyman can digest the concept and see the benefits of adopting it in his own life. Growth Mindset is a powerful tool, to be certain, but it’s important not to confuse it with toxic positivity: a trend that is much less popular in turn a phrase, but nonetheless as common. These two are regularly reduced to phrases as simple as “look on the brightside” or “stay positive!” without the all-important explanation as to what that practically means.
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