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Why we talk to ourselves and techniques for positive self-communication

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Ever catch yourself having a full-on convo with yourself, either out loud or just in your head? Now that’s what is called “self-talk”. It’s like having your own personal chat show, starring you!

Now, we’re all pretty good at being polite and friendly when we talk to others, right? But have you ever stopped to think about how we talk to ourselves?

Turns out, our inner dialogue can be a bit of a meanie sometimes. It’s like having a

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