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The Growth Compass
June 08, 2023
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Bob Proctor on negative self-talk
Why your language determines your reality
The James Bond Rule - 1 method to rewire your self-talk
2 videos of athletes using self-talk to improve their performance
Bob Proctor on Negative Self-Talk
"Don’t be a victim of negative self-talk - remember YOU are listening."
- Bob Proctor
Why Your Language Determines Your Reality
The way you talk to yourself determines your reality.
The way you speak to yourself matters, greatly, it influences your beliefs, emotions, and actions. Creating positive self-talk can boost your confidence, and help you navigate life's challenges with resilience and optimism.
Positive self-talk helps reframe negative thoughts, fostering a mindset of possibility and self-belief. By replacing self-criticism with self-compassion, you nurture a healthier relationship with yourself. Positive self-talk enhances motivation, resilience, and perseverance, empowering you to overcome obstacles and reach your goals. It reduces stress and anxiety, promoting a sense of calm and inner peace.
5 ways to overcome your negative self-talk:
Challenge your negative self-talk or negative thoughts
Reframe your language and self-talk
Practice gratitude
Give yourself grace and compassion
Visualize positive outcomes
The daily stories we tell ourselves are the most important ones!
Your motivation is not just affected by what other people say to you, it's influenced by what you say to yourself.
The James Bond Rule for Self-Talk
The James Bond Rule is 1 technique to improve your self-talk. It encourages you to end your sentences with a downward inflection, mirroring the iconic manner in which James Bond introduces himself as "Bond, James Bond."
By using this technique, you create a sense of self-assuredness and confidence. Ending sentences with a downward tone avoids the tendency to question or doubt yourself. It prevents negative thoughts from reaching your subconscious.
This deliberate choice in your speech, whether used in internal self-talk or in interactions with others, creates a powerful impact. It reinforces your belief in yourself and your abilities. It creates an air of resilience around you.
Embracing this technique in communication empowers you to embody a similar charismatic and unwavering persona, leading to greater success and self-assurance in all aspects of life.
You can watch a full video of the Jim Kwik podcast where they talk about this technique and a few others to improve your confidence through your self-talk.
2 Great Videos on Self-Talk
2 great videos below from Adam Grant and Dr. Michael Gervais on self-talk with athletes and performance.
Your motivation is not just affected by what other people say to you. It's influenced by what you say to yourself.
For Olympic gold medalist @allysonfelix, self-talk includes "violently aggressive arms."
#SundayMotivation:
— Adam Grant (@AdamMGrant)
1:06 PM • Apr 7, 2019
Confidence comes from one place and one place only - your self-talk.
Tag someone who needs to hear this today 🧠💪
— Dr. Michael Gervais (@michaelgervais)
6:05 PM • Aug 26, 2019
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