Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement 2601: [Part 2] The Most Important Skill to Master by Leo Babauta
Dec 25, 2022
Leo Babauta, creator of Zen Habits, discusses the most important skill to master. Tips for cultivating self-love and overcoming negative thoughts through practice and awareness are highlighted.
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Negative Self-Image Isn’t the Self
- Negative self-image arises from many sources including failure, health worries, and spirals of negative thoughts.
- These thoughts and self-images are not truly who we are, but things that happen within us.
Use Mental Judo Against Negativity
- Use "mental judo" to deflect negative comments or images from others without absorbing them.
- Respond with compassion to others' struggles then return your focus to your positive self-image.
Practice Positive Self-Talk Daily
- When negative self-thoughts arise, shut them off and play your empowering new mental movie instead.
- Use reminders to practice this regularly and make it a daily habit like a religion.