Discover the power of reshaping your internal dialogue at work. Learn how to transform negative self-talk into a positive narrative, fostering a healthier mindset and boosting productivity. It's time to rewrite your internal script for a more fulfilling professional life.
Negative thoughts sabotage our efforts
Thoughts are just that -thoughts. They do not necessarily reflect the truth, or the beliefs and opinions of others.
- When habitual thoughts are not in our best interest, it contributes to our physiology spiraling out of control along with our self-talk.
Be on the lookout for distorted perception
When we feel pressure, our self-talk tends to become inaccurate
- The first step toward a more balanced perspective is to begin questioning self-statements and beliefs, especially when we know we are already under duress
- If we can make an accurate assessment and divide what needs to be addressed from what is a misperception, then an adaptive response will follow
Rewrite the script
Rewriting your internal script requires practice, but eventually can become as automatic as the negative thinking itself
- Notice automatic thoughts
- Identify distortions
- Challenge irrational beliefs
- Replace thought distortions and irrational beliefs with more accurate, constructive statements
- Reality checks are an important tool in transforming our internal dialogue
