our inner dialogue aka self-talk is important. It is always available to you and you can tap into it anytime. How you use it important.
It can be both positive and negative. Our biases, past experiences and sub-conscious play a role in crafting this dialogue. Since our brain is hardwired to remember more negative experiences, often negative self-talk starts ruling the inner dialogue.
i am not good enough
i cannot achieve this
i mess up simple things
i am not smart
shifting the conversation to positive self-talk which is not about moving away from reality or tricking your mind but showing some self-compassion and understanding who you are and your strengths
i can learn from this experience
i can seek support
i can develop myself in this area
i like my style, let me see if I should improve
Coaching helps in driving awareness about the inner dialogue, challenge it to shift it.
How are you using your inner dialogue and changing your narrative?
