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Why Saying Is Believing—The Science of Self-Talk

By Laura Starecheski — 2014

From the self-affirmations of Stuart Smalley on Saturday Night Live to countless videos on YouTube, saying nice things to your reflection in the mirror is a self-help trope that's been around for decades, and seems most often aimed at women.

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Our thoughts and beliefs shape both our perception and experience of ourselves and the world around us.

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Is There a Bias Against Negative Self-Talk?

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5 Tips to Stop Negative Self-Talk Once & for All

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