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MargaretS663784
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November 29, 2021

Shut Down the Mean Voice Inside Your Head

  • November 29, 2021
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When negative self-talk gets going, it’s so loud in your mind that reason and logic are drowned out. These mental exercises explore ways to shift focus from bad thoughts and appreciate your achievements and strengths. Visit AARP® Staying Sharp® and take a brain health challenge.

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    CharlesG123754
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    January 6, 2022

    As a member of WW a/k/a Weight Watchers, I discovered a comment from another member that I apply to myself when I get upset over something I did (or didn't) do. It goes like this: "Okay, you broke one egg...are you going to break the remaining 11 eggs, too?" The point? You made one mistake. Don't beat yourself over the head for it--move on...Hope this helps!

      LindaR73567
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      January 8, 2022

      Here's my favorite -why be mean to myself (or with the one I live with) there's a whole world to be mean to me (or us).  It's me (or us) against the whole world.  I know who I am, maybe you don't, so you can say/think whatever you like.  It usually works.  When it doesn't, this does: Maybe nobody else likes me, but God knows what's in my heart and my mind, even when it may not seem like that is what's in there.

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        jwarjwar
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        January 6, 2022

        I enjoyed this article and especially the comments. I've synthesized the comments. I like being the master of my own boat, so now whenever I identify a negative thought (amazing how they flit in so often!), I identify that it's negative, then I stop it by also adding "at least it IS NOT WORDS OR ACTIONS." This adds an extra awareness protection and preventativeness. Peace ☮

         

         

         

         

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