Life Kit How to squash negative self-talk
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Dec 16, 2021 
Joy Harden Bradford, an Atlanta-based clinical psychologist and founder of Therapy for Black Girls, shares insights on tackling negative self-talk. She discusses strategies to monitor and replace harmful inner dialogues with self-compassion. Joy emphasizes the impact of childhood experiences on current self-perception and offers practical tips like recording voice memos for positive reinforcement. The discussion also underscores the importance of authentic self-talk and finding joy in nature and community, promoting mental wellness for Black women.
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Nature of Negative Self-Talk
- Negative self-talk is a common internal dialogue that tends to be critical.
- Examples include "I'm so stupid" or "No one will ever love me."
Extremes of Negative Self-Talk
- Negative self-talk often operates in extremes, lacking gray areas or grace.
- It makes it difficult to see the positives or give oneself a break.
Self-Focus and Negative Self-Talk
- Excessive self-focus can fuel negative self-talk, creating a distorted perception of others' attention.
- Shifting focus outward can help alleviate this.