By Caroline Ferguson | Mindset optimisation series , Self Talk
At a networking do yesterday, I proved to the person sitting next to me that her unconscious mind can’t tell the difference between an experience that’s real and one that’s vividly imagined. She experienced an autonomic physical response to an entirely imaginary scenario that I described. Just by vividly imagining biting into a lemon, she salivated. Her […]
By Caroline Ferguson | Self Talk
Now you know how to listen to your thoughts and challenge them, it’s time to change your self talk. Follow the five steps below to find out how. 1. Decide how you want your thoughts to sound. Write down these words in your Mindset Journal: Self-accepting Realistic Flexible Positive* Helpful Non-judgemental Solution-focused Now come up […]
By Caroline Ferguson | Self Talk
In my last post, which was part 1 of my 3-point plan to change your self talk, I wrote about the importance of tuning in to your thoughts. Mostly I referred to the negative, self-doubting and self-critical thoughts that we all have from time to time. But it’s also enlightening to notice when the voice […]
By Caroline Ferguson | Self Talk
Your self talk is mostly generated by your unconscious mind, which means that it’s automatic. To change your thoughts, you first have to take them off ‘autopilot’ and bring them into your conscious awareness. You do this by observing your thoughts. It sounds easy but it can take a while to get the hang of […]
By Caroline Ferguson | Self Talk
Are you happy with the way you talk to yourself? Does the voice in your head help you or hold you back? All day long – and all night too – you’re involved in a perpetual conversation with someone. Mostly it’s a monologue that you’re not consciously paying attention to. Occasionally you might manage to […]
By Caroline Ferguson | Mindset optimisation series , Self Talk , Success Mindset
“I’m going to be found out.” “Sooner or later they’ll realise I’m a fake and I don’t know what I’m doing.” Be honest now. How often have you had thoughts like this? You’re an expert at what you do. You make a living out of helping people to change their circumstances. But perhaps, occasionally, you […]