#positive-self-talk

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fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Mike Tyson says one self-talk lesson he learned as a kid shaped his boxing career

Positive self-talk taught Mike Tyson to build confidence early to become a champion later, while also providing personal support and stability.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

2 Ways to Use Your 'Negative Self-Talk' to Your Advantage

Negative self-talk was found to have a positive impact and lead to better performance on the second round of the test. This happened possibly because it created a state of heightened attention and internal motivation. People became more alert and focused after criticizing themselves. Positive self-talk was linked to changes in brain connectivity that improved executive functions such as planning, reasoning, and decision-making. However, it also gave rise to a degree of false confidence.
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