Self-Talk

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This last Self-Talk generated feelings of calm, relaxation, and perspective that took the pressure off Greg as he dived.

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This is the most common Self-Talk tool, the granddaddy technique, in which you recondition your thoughts.

Survival of the Savvy Rick Brandon 2004

You may wish to take a few moments to identify your negative Self-Talk.

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What you say about yourself flows from your Self-Talk about your role and identity, because your thoughts influence what comes out of your mouth.

Survival of the Savvy Rick Brandon 2004

Instead, listen to your Self-Talk and keep yourself in check.

Survival of the Savvy Rick Brandon 2004

Athletes use Self-Talk to support and psych themselves up for amazing feats.

Survival of the Savvy Rick Brandon 2004

Self-Talk is the “inner game of organizational politics,” the first one you need to win.

Survival of the Savvy Rick Brandon 2004

See yourself getting upset, but then observe yourself relaxing and using positive Self-Talk to stay in control.

Survival of the Savvy Rick Brandon 2004

This Self-Talk created feelings of determination and confidence.

Survival of the Savvy Rick Brandon 2004