Breaking the Cycle of Negative Self-Talk: A Guide for School Leavers

Are you feeling a bit down on yourself lately? Do you find yourself constantly talking to yourself in negative ways? Trust me, you’re not alone. But it’s time to change that, starting with this Monday morning.

Let’s make a pledge to speak kindly to ourselves and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. Here’s how:

1. Notice when negative self-talk happens. The first step to changing any behavior is to become aware of it.
2. Challenge those negative thoughts. Are they really true? Chances are, they’re not.
3. Practice gratitude. Shift your focus to the things you are grateful for and the progress you have made.
4. Surround yourself with positivity. Spend time with people who lift you up and support you.
5. Be kind to yourself. Treat yourself with the same kindness and compassion that you would show to a good friend.

It takes time and practice, but by making a conscious effort to speak to ourselves with kindness, we can start to break the cycle of negative self-talk and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. So let’s make a pledge to ourselves to speak kindly, and let’s spread the positivity to those around us.