You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson What To Say When You Talk to Yourself by Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D. (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
Jul 1, 2025
Discover the transformative effects of intentional self-talk and how it shapes our beliefs and actions. The discussion emphasizes the power of positive affirmations in fostering healthier mental habits. Learn practical insights to boost personal growth and enhance your overall well-being. This is a journey toward understanding how the words we use with ourselves can empower and uplift us.
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Your Brain Believes Self-Talk
- Your brain accepts what you repeatedly tell it through self-talk as true.
- Most self-talk is negative and unconscious, programmed by past voices, and influences beliefs and behaviors.
Rewrite Your Self-Talk Script
- Choose your mental programming by intentionally rewriting your self-talk script.
- Speak to yourself clearly and consistently with positive affirmations backed by action to build new neural pathways.
Build New Beliefs Through Repetition
- Use affirmations in the present tense and repeat them frequently.
- Repetition creates new mental habits similar to physical reps building muscles in the gym.
