Positive Self-Talk

Instructions

This lesson will help you reflect on your own self-talk and help you replace negative thoughts with positive ones! 🌞

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Imagine that you are about to take an important Math test for which you do not feel 100% prepared. What do you say to yourself just before you take it?

Watch this short video to explore Positive Self-talk and its effects.

Browse the website to learn more about Positive Self Talk and access helpful resources.

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I've scrolled through to the bottom of the website to see all of the resources on positive self talk.

The website linked in the previous section showed several infographics that offered positive affirmations you can say to yourself when negative thoughts arise.
Consider some of them while answering the questions below.

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Reflect about a time that you used self-talk to overcome something.

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What is a common negative thought that keeps popping up in your mind?

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Imagine that you are about to take an important Math test for which you do not feel 100% prepared. What do you say to yourself just before you take it?

What did Taylor want to research?

Which phrase helped Taylor to change her mindset about the research project?

What phrase encouraged Taylor to try the monkey bars?

Why is Taylor sad after finishing her math homework?

Select the benefits of self-talk according to Taylor's brain:

I've scrolled through to the bottom of the website to see all of the resources on positive self talk.

Reflect about a time that you used self-talk to overcome something.

What is a common negative thought that keeps popping up in your mind?

Which of the positive affirmations resonated with you the most? How will you use it to help you get through tough moments?