Ethan Kross, a psychologist and neuroscientist from the University of Michigan and author of "Chatter," dives deep into the complexities of our inner voices. He discusses how to transform negative self-talk into positive thought patterns and the role of self-distancing in problem-solving. The power of mental time travel for emotional resilience during crises, like COVID-19, is emphasized, alongside the surprising drawbacks of venting. Kross shares strategies for managing anxiety and the unique ways people experience their thoughts, providing insights for better emotion regulation.
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Inner Voice Variability
The inner voice is a multipurpose tool, but not everyone experiences it the same way.
Some benefit from inner dialogue, while others primarily use it for tasks like rehearsing phrases.
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Reading and Sub-vocalization
There are two main ways to read: decoding meaning instantly and sub-vocalizing.
Sub-vocalization helps differentiate similar words and doesn't always hinder reading speed.
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Sub-vocalization and Reading Speed
Contrary to popular belief, sub-vocalization doesn't always slow reading speed.
It's a myth, highlighting how intuition can be incorrect.
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Wayne Dyers "Shift" erforscht die Prinzipien des Loslassens und der Akzeptanz, um Krisen zu meistern. Das Buch betont die Bedeutung innerer Ruhe und Selbstfindung als Schlüssel zur Bewältigung von Herausforderungen. Dyer verbindet psychologische Erkenntnisse mit spirituellen Weisheiten, um den Lesern Werkzeuge an die Hand zu geben, um ihr Leben positiv zu verändern. Der Fokus liegt auf der Transformation des eigenen Denkens und Handelns, um innere Freiheit und Zufriedenheit zu erlangen. Das Buch bietet praktische Übungen und Reflexionsfragen, um den Leser auf seinem Weg zur persönlichen Entwicklung zu begleiten.
Chatter
The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It
Ethan Kross
In *Chatter*, Ethan Kross delves into the silent conversations we have with ourselves, examining how these internal dialogues shape our lives, work, and relationships. Kross, drawing from his own lab research and real-world case studies, explains how negative self-talk (referred to as 'chatter') can have detrimental effects on our health, mood, and social connections. However, he also provides tools and strategies to manage and harness this inner voice positively. These tools include techniques such as zooming out to gain perspective, using the second person to increase psychological distance, and leveraging the power of nature and placebos. The book is a comprehensive guide on how to transform negative self-talk into a constructive and supportive inner voice.
Do you have an inner monologue? Ethan Kross is a psychologist and neuroscientist who studies our inner lives, from how you respond to the voice in your head to how you manage your emotions. Ethan and Adam compare notes on their inner voices (or lack thereof), share advice on how to calm an anxious mind, and discuss the benefits of mental time travel. They also analyze why venting can backfire.
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