Navigating Negative Self-Talk

The video discusses how we often criticize ourselves and get caught in cycles of negative self-talk. It introduces three steps to navigate this: recognizing negative self-talk, evaluating its truth, and transforming it into positive thoughts. By following these steps, we can break the cycle and treat ourselves with kindness and respect.

Why do we often become our own harshest critics?

• Because we are naturally pessimistic

• Due to societal pressures

• We get caught in cycles of negative self-talk

• Because we lack self-awareness

Which of the following is a sign of negative self-talk?

• Using phrases like 'I should have done better'

• Feeling confident about your abilities

• Focusing on positive outcomes

• Ignoring any negative thoughts

What is the first step in navigating negative self-talk?

• Recognize when you're hearing negative self-talk

• Immediately change the thought

• Share the thought with others

• Ignore the thought

What should you do after recognizing a negative thought?

• Check if the thought is true or just an opinion

• Ignore it and move on

• Share it with others

• Accept it as a fact

What should you consider when evaluating a negative thought?

• Whether it is a common thought

• If it aligns with others' opinions

• If it makes you feel good

• Whether it is a possibility or an absolute truth

How can you transform a negative thought into a positive one?

• By asking what you would say to a friend

• By ignoring the negative thought

• By focusing on the negative aspects

• By accepting the negative thought as true

What is a positive way to reframe the thought 'I can't do anything right'?

• I will never succeed

• I am still learning and mistakes help me grow

• I am not good enough

• I should give up

What question can help you change a negative thought into a positive one?

• What would I say to a friend in this moment?

• Why am I always wrong?

• How can I avoid this thought?

• What is the worst that can happen?

What is the final step in breaking the cycle of negative self-talk?

• Ignoring all thoughts

• Focusing only on the negative

• Accepting negative thoughts as they are

• Speaking to yourself with kindness