Calm Your Caveman

Talk Yourself Down: Real-World Tips for Calming Self-Talk


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Small shifts in how you talk to yourself can have a big impact on anxiety. In this episode, we explore self-talk as a practical tool you can use in real time—during stressful moments, throughout the day, and even at night.

At the center is a simple technique:
 • Thinking in the third person
 • Speaking to yourself with distance
 • Writing to create clarity

But it’s not just about calming down. We also explore self-transcendence and awe, and how zooming out can change your emotional response. A simple framework, with real-world ways to make it part of your daily life.



[00:00:00] - Introduction to Calming Techniques
[00:00:25] - Applying Third-Party Self-Talk
[00:00:56] - Emergency Interventions
[00:01:37] - Nighttime Anxiety Management
[00:05:08] - Writing as a Tool for Clarity
[00:07:03] - Shifting Perspectives with Awe
[00:11:19] - Daily Practice and Final Thoughts


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Calm Your CavemanBy Dr. Adriana Jarvis Twitchell