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Overcoming Negative Self-Talk: Techniques for Reframing Your Thoughts

  • Writer: LeRhonda Vezeau
    LeRhonda Vezeau
  • Apr 21, 2023
  • 2 min read

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Hey there, it's your favorite blogger and all-around good vibes guru, LeRhonda (LRon)! Today, I want to talk about something that we all struggle with from time to time: negative self-talk.


You know what I'm talking about. Those pesky little voices in your head that tell you that you're not good enough, smart enough, or attractive enough. The ones that make you doubt yourself and your abilities, and leave you feeling like you're just not measuring up.

But here's the thing: those voices are lying to you. They're not telling you the truth about who you are and what you're capable of. And the good news is that you can do something about it.


The key to overcoming negative self-talk is learning how to reframe your thoughts. Instead of letting those negative voices run wild, you can learn to challenge them and replace them with more positive and uplifting thoughts.

So, how do you do that? Here are a few techniques that I've found to be particularly effective:

  1. Become aware of your thoughts. The first step in overcoming negative self-talk is simply becoming aware of it. When you catch yourself thinking negative thoughts, take a step back and ask yourself if those thoughts are really true.

  2. Challenge your thoughts. Once you've become aware of your negative self-talk, it's time to challenge it. Ask yourself if there's any evidence to support those negative thoughts, or if there might be an alternative explanation.

  3. Reframe your thoughts. Finally, once you've challenged your negative thoughts, it's time to reframe them. Instead of dwelling on what you can't do or what you're not good at, focus on your strengths and your potential. Remind yourself of all the amazing things that you've accomplished and all the amazing things that you're capable of.

Now, I know that all of this might sound a little bit serious and heavy, but trust me, it doesn't have to be! In fact, one of the best ways to overcome negative self-talk is to inject a little bit of humor into the situation.


So, the next time you catch yourself thinking something negative about yourself, try this: imagine that your negative thought is actually being spoken by a cartoon villain. You know, like Skeletor from He-Man, or Ursula from The Little Mermaid.

Not only does this technique make your negative self-talk seem a little bit silly and ridiculous, but it also helps to distance yourself from those negative thoughts and emotions. Plus, it's just plain fun!


So, there you have it, folks. The key to overcoming negative self-talk is all about learning to reframe your thoughts and injecting a little bit of humor into the situation. And with a little bit of practice, you'll be well on your way to living your best, most positive life.


Thanks for reading, and as always, stay tuned for more fun and uplifting posts from yours truly!




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