Negative self-talk, surprisingly, can sharpen focus and drive. However, it’s only beneficial when it leads to self-correction ...

New research reveals that self-talk—far from being a strange habit—can boost focus, memory, emotional control, and overall ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

Small commitments to yourself may feel trivial — but psychologists say they may form the foundation of genuine self-respect, ...

Come up with a list that you can say out loud or in your mind. Here is a partial list to choose from: I am strong, I am ...

Talking to yourself isn’t a quirk of eccentricity, it’s a scientifically recognised cognitive tool. Research shows that self-talk can sharpen focus, speed learning, regulate emotion, and boost ...

Discover the neurobiological benefits of self-compassion. Learn how kind self-talk stimulates the parasympathetic nervous ...

Many of us struggle with perfectionism, always aiming to be flawless in the eyes of others and ourselves. But this journey for "perfect" can easily turn into harsh self-criticism if not dealt with.

When Ellie Shoja goes for a walk, she slips on her headphones and starts talking—but there’s no other voice ricocheting through the speakers. It’s merely a convenient way to disguise the fact that she ...

Your mind can be both your fiercest ally and your toughest opponent. Research uncovers what negative self-talk might really be doing for you, and how to work with it. Have you ever noticed a voice in ...

You may regularly contribute to a group text and look forward to Friday night dinner conversations with a pal or partner. However, you may find the most regular person you talk to is yourself. You may ...