Negative self-talk is extremely common — and it has a huge impact on our self-esteem and self-worth. In this episode, we’ll discover how negative self-talk is learned and internalized from a young age, and influenced by childhood experiences and societal values. 

We dive into common negative self-talk statements and learn how they can serve as a window into our deepest desires, so we can recognize and reframe negative self-talk as a catalyst for positive change.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Pervasive Topic of Negative Self-Talk

03:18 The Impact of Negative Self-Talk on Self-Worth and Identity

07:37 The Influence of Childhood Experiences on Negative Self-Talk

10:01 The Connection Between Negative Self-Talk and Body Image

13:24 Personal Story: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk and Body Image Issues

17:00 Consciously Repatterning Negative Self-Talk

20:26 Identifying and Understanding Common Negative Self-Talk Statements

24:41 Negative Self-Talk as a Catalyst for Change

26:39 Turning Negative Self-Talk into a Positive First Step

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