The Negative Self Talk

You've tried and failed to reach your goals in the past, but negative thoughts held you back. Want to succeed this time?

1. Do you have a pessimistic self-image?Do you pick yourself apart and beat yourself up when you look in the mirror?


2. Do you need self-confidence?Do you doubt your ability to attain your goals? Do you doubt your ability to accomplish things?


3. Do you feel ineffective?Do you feel as if you have no control over your life?


4. Do you classify yourself in self-deprecating ways?Do you think and talk about your failure as a foregone conclusion?
Now think about your responses. Describe the tone of your answers. Are they constructive, or destructive? The following question will help you understand why you have been propagating these destructive thoughts and behaviors so that we can cut them out.

5. How is this negativity hurting you?Is what you say about yourself really the truth? Are you just making an excuse? How does this kind of negativity help you achieve your goals? The answers to these questions should help you start to see what's at the root of your negative thinking.


Answer the five questions again, and force yourself to use only positive terms. It can be hard to let go of these negative thought patterns, but you can do it. Remember, knowledge is power.