How I Changed My Internal Dialogue to be More Positive

Summary

Trisha Dunbar shares a personal journey of transforming her negative internal dialogue into a positive one, offering a mindfulness exercise for others to follow.

Abstract

Trisha Dunbar recounts her struggle with self-criticism and how a conversation with a friend made her realize she was her own worst enemy. This realization led to a shift in her internal dialogue. She encourages readers to become aware of their own negative self-talk by visualizing a net to catch harmful thoughts. The process begins with simply noticing these thoughts, then progresses to actively catching them, and finally to replacing them with positive affirmations. Dunbar emphasizes the importance of being one's own champion and treating oneself with the same kindness as one would a friend.

Opinions

The author acknowledges the detrimental effects of negative self-talk and the importance of self-compassion.
She suggests that awareness is the first step towards changing one's internal dialogue.
The article promotes the use of visualization techniques as a tool for personal growth.
Dunbar believes that individuals have the power to be their own greatest supporter.
The transformation from self-criticism to self-championing is presented as a gradual process that requires practice and mindfulness.

And how you can too!

I used to be my own worst enemy.

I was such a bully…to myself.

Then one day a close friend and fellow psychology student asked me “Would you talk or treat a friend the way you do yourself”

My answer was a clear “No way, I’d be their biggest champion”

If that’s the case she replied. Then why are you doing this to yourself?

This conversation changed me and I hope today’s mindfulness exercise will be of help to you too.

From this moment on I want you to notice your internal dialogue.

Your thoughts feed your actions.

Visualise a net and every time you notice a negative or unkind word I want you to catch it in the net.

For example notice when you are putting too much pressure on yourself by saying things like ‘should’, ‘must’ or not championing self by saying ‘Can’t’.

Today just notice your internal dialogue as you will be unable to change what you are not aware of.

Tomorrow use the visualisation of the net to catch negative words

Next week, start to feed your mind with positive words.

Learn to be your own champion and a good friend to yourself.

How I Changed My Internal Dialogue to be More Positive

And how you can too!

💭Thoughts!?👇