Words Matter
The power of self-talk can significantly impact both our mental and physical strength. When negative thoughts are repeated, they can manifest in our behavior and perceptions, leading us to fulfill those negative beliefs. Conversely, positive affirmations can bolster our resilience and self-worth, highlighting the importance of being mindful about the words we choose to say.In this clip
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I'm interested in learning about the process by which people can change their default automatic thoughts as discussed in the episode Psychologist's Tools For Reprogramming Your Subconscious Mind | Nicole LePera on Impact Theory and the clip Shifting Beliefs. From what I understand, the process of change involves paying attention to your thoughts, noticing when they aren't aligned with the future you want, and choosing to challenge and replace those thoughts. For example, if you have the default thought "I'm not smart enough" and want to become a more confident person, you would acknowledge the thought, challenge it by saying "No, that's a lie," and replace it with "Actually, I'm very smart, and I choose to believe I'm smart." Is that enough over time to weaken the connections of the original thought and establish the new thought as the default? How does that happen? Is it through long-term repetition, or by adding another thought immediately after the one you wish to erase or replace?
How do positive affirmations work in our brains as discussed in the episode If You STRUGGLE With Anxiety, This MIND TRICK Will Save Your Life! | Mel Robbins & Lewis Howes and the clip High Five Yourself?