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126 Un-F-Yourself:Chapter 1-In The Beginning
Manage episode 497326257 series 3450232
We explore how negative self-talk holds us back and dive into practical ways to break free from limiting thought patterns. Neuroscience research shows we have over 50,000 thoughts daily, and the quality of these thoughts profoundly impacts our lives.
• Feelings from negative thoughts are exponentially stronger than positive ones
• Being stuck on a mental "hamster wheel" prevents forward progress
• The key is recognizing that "you are the answer" to your own problems
• Negative thoughts often serve as protection mechanisms against potential pain
• Changing neural pathways requires conscious effort but gets easier with practice
• Focus on "productive thoughts" rather than just positive thinking
• Environmental factors significantly influence our ability to maintain helpful thought patterns
• Marcus Aurelius' stoic philosophy aligns perfectly with modern psychology on self-talk
• The first step is acknowledging that your thoughts are in your way
Join us next week as we explore willingness to change and take action toward creating the reality you want to live in.
Support the show
Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast "What's On Your Bookshelf?" on Apple and Spotify.
Subscribe to our new YouTube channel.
Chapters
1. Introduction to "Un-F Yourself" (00:00:00)
2. The Hamster Wheel Effect (00:09:52)
3. Neuroscience of Negative Self-Talk (00:13:58)
4. You Are the Answer (00:20:46)
5. Productive Thoughts vs. Negative Space (00:24:05)
6. Taking Control of Your Thoughts (00:31:23)
149 episodes
Manage episode 497326257 series 3450232
We explore how negative self-talk holds us back and dive into practical ways to break free from limiting thought patterns. Neuroscience research shows we have over 50,000 thoughts daily, and the quality of these thoughts profoundly impacts our lives.
• Feelings from negative thoughts are exponentially stronger than positive ones
• Being stuck on a mental "hamster wheel" prevents forward progress
• The key is recognizing that "you are the answer" to your own problems
• Negative thoughts often serve as protection mechanisms against potential pain
• Changing neural pathways requires conscious effort but gets easier with practice
• Focus on "productive thoughts" rather than just positive thinking
• Environmental factors significantly influence our ability to maintain helpful thought patterns
• Marcus Aurelius' stoic philosophy aligns perfectly with modern psychology on self-talk
• The first step is acknowledging that your thoughts are in your way
Join us next week as we explore willingness to change and take action toward creating the reality you want to live in.
Support the show
Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast "What's On Your Bookshelf?" on Apple and Spotify.
Subscribe to our new YouTube channel.
Chapters
1. Introduction to "Un-F Yourself" (00:00:00)
2. The Hamster Wheel Effect (00:09:52)
3. Neuroscience of Negative Self-Talk (00:13:58)
4. You Are the Answer (00:20:46)
5. Productive Thoughts vs. Negative Space (00:24:05)
6. Taking Control of Your Thoughts (00:31:23)
149 episodes
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