Talk Yourself Up

May 10 2008 by Karen.

Did you know that you talk more to yourself than to anyone else in the world? In the face of challenging situations (and we all have our share), the words you choose for that conversation with yourself will directly impact how long you will find yourself in those situations. Use your words to change your situation, not to describe it. The moment you speak something – good or bad – you give birth to it as an idea, an expectation, a desire. You have planted the seed that will, sooner or later, grow into the results you will reap.

When you’re feeling somewhat down-spirited, don’t tell people how you feel, tell them how you want to feel. By controlling what you say and how you say it - using positive words with enthusiasm - you help to change your physical and mental state. As George W. Crane said, “Act the way you’d like to be and soon you’ll be the way you act.”

Most people enjoy working and living with people who live and work with a positive, upbeat attitude. Tell people how you want to feel and it won’t be long before you do. So, the next time you are feeling gloomy and a friend asks you how you are doing….talk yourself up!

Source: Dr. Lee Colan, Talk Yourself Up

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