25 WAYS TO REFRAME YOUR NEGATIVE SELF-TALK
25 Ways to Reframe Your Negative Self-talk with a Positive Self-talk and Discover How to Enjoy Your Life More.
Negative self-talk can be incredibly discouraging, and it’s something that a lot of people struggle with. When you’re constantly talking yourself down, it’s tough to feel positive about anything. It can be hard to see the good in yourself or your life.
By focusing on the good and being grateful for what you do have, you can start to change the way you think and feel about yourself. You deserve happiness, so give these tips a try!
When you are feeling down and need to change your mindset, find below the 25 ways to reframe your negative self-talk with a positive self-talk. This is for you if you are feeling stuck in your past, criticising, and talking yourself down. It’s important as millions are depressed and discouraged by their negative self-talk and seek help to reframe their mindset and thoughts.
25 ways will help you reframe your negative talk with a positive talk, focus on positive side, be grateful and practice self-love and gratitude. You can master your mind and feelings by reframing your negative self-talk with a positive and kind one.
Why people find hard to reframe their negative self-talk
People find it hard to reframe their negative talk because it becomes a habit and it’s easy to get sucked into the spiral of negativity. We can be our own worst enemy and critic. It’s also hard to reframe our negative talk because we often forget to focus on the positive side, for what we are grateful and practice self-love and gratitude.
Writing the 25 ways to reframe negative self-talk with positive is important because millions of people are depressed and discouraged by their negative self-talk and seek help to reframe their mindset and thoughts.
I hope this blog post will help you reframe your negative self-talk with a positive talk, focus on the positive side, be grateful and practice self-love and gratitude.
Common negative self-talk you can reframe to positive one
People often think in a certain way that make them feel bad, for example:
-“I’m not good enough”
-“I don’t deserve this”
-“It will end like before” (when talking about relationship)
-“I’ll never be able to accomplish this”
-“It’s my fault”
The most common negative self-talk words you can reframe to positive ones
“I’m back!” : it’s not about being perfect or overly confident. This is all about getting out of low by believing in yourself and who you are so when you do it, you can be proud of yourself.
“I’ll give it my all” : sometimes when talking about future, we are so negative that it’s hard to see the positive outcome unless you really focus on being optimistic. “I’ll give it my all” is a great way to reframe this negative thought by focusing on positive side.
“I deserve this” : you deserve to be happy and successful. You are worthy of love and good things in life so every time you think negatively about yourself, tell yourself that you don’t deserve it but you do!
These are just a few example on the pattern of negative thinking and how we can reframe it easily.
To get a deeper understanding of how you can make your day enjoyable and appreciate your blessings, look at the 25 methods for reframing your negative talk with good words.
HERE ARE THE 25 WAYS TO REFRAME YOUR NEGATIVE SELF-TALK
1. Observe any good news
We only remember bad news, even if life is great. Appreciate the goodness that you have in your life. As an example: We complain of a backache and forget that we have a body at all.
2. Think of something to be grateful for
Find out what makes you happy and think about it every day. As an example: When you feel sad, acknowledge three good things about yourself. Gratitude matters and can do miracles, the more you practice the better for you. Find out more tips and 7 strategies on how to practice gratitude to boost your self-esteem here.
3. Imagine the worst-case scenario
It’s never as bad as our fears can make us imagine, sometimes even better. E.g., you have a deadline for a project, but what if you don’t meet it? Well then you will ask for an extension.
4. Think of a situation as temporary
Whatever is happening, it will pass sooner or later, don’t worry about it! E.g., Your boss has been on your back lately and you feel like a failure? Well, they would be on someone else’s back tomorrow!
5. Put things into perspective
Remember all the bad things you would do to feel better and less miserable (e.g., drinking too much)? Doesn’t make any sense now, doesn’t it? E.g., I’m having a bad day, it’s just for today!
6. Think of what you are good at
Think about the things you do well and all your strengths or be proud of yourself. As an example, if you are on your bad days, think about how awesome you are when on your good ones.
7. Remember of a time when you felt great
Remember these times to get motivated again. We are our best friends! E.g., when you won the race.
8. Move towards positive emotions than run away from negative ones
Let’s say you were sad, what can you do to change this situation? E.g., When you feel lonely, call a friend, and have some fun! Take action.
9. Watch your language
You will notice that how you talk to yourself really affects your feelings. E.g., if you say “I’m so lazy” vs. “I wish I was more motivated at times.”
I am sure you know the difference and how simple words can change your perspective instantly.
10. Reframe your self-talk about your physical appearance
This is the secret to reprogramming your mind for the better. To reframe a negative self-talk about your shortcomings regarding physical appearance requires self-awareness and compassion for self.
For instance, let’s say you being a little overweight.E.g., “I’m happy I’ve lost so much weight!”
11. Focus on what you do right, not wrong
You need to focus more on having good qualities than bad ones. E.g., if you are rude to someone, think about how kind it is that you don’t insult everyone!
12. Flip your perspective
Sometimes looking at things with a positive mind will help us see better and understand the issue more clearly. E.g., I hate my job, but it helps me to pay the bills and even though it’s stressful sometimes, there are times when I can enjoy myself.
13. Acknowledge: It’s okay to be sad
It’s not bad, but you must keep moving forward! E.g.,when you feel down, it’s normal and we need to let ourselves mourn and grieve what we have lost. The good side of this, nothing lasts forever.
14. Focus in the present
All our problems would be here tomorrow and we will deal with them then. But today is a great day!
15. Imagine what it feels like to be happy
Just imagine yourself feeling loved and cherished. It’s ok to feel this way; why not? E.g., You are at the beach; you have your favourite drink in your hand and you are on a sun lounger…
16. Don’t be so hard on yourself
Because, it will stress you out. If you make mistakes (we all do) learn from them and move forward. E.g., I’m not perfect, I’m only human and I’m allowed to make mistakes.
17. Take control of situations
You can take control of your feelings, thoughts, and actions in any situation. E.g., when you have a conflict with someone, you could try talking it out…
18. Let go of what’s in the past
You know it’s over, so why not be at peace with it? E.g., you feel like life is unfair to you? It might have been in the past (like when someone close passed away), but you are alive! Make the best of your time on this Earth. To learn more about how to learn from your past challenges and use them as your strengths, check my latest blog post here.
19. Be self-compassionate: practice self-love and support!
Such as to acknowledge your feelings, you deserve to be loved and cared for too. You deserve to enjoy life every day!
Click here to find out 25 tips on how to practice self-love effortlessly.
20. Improve your relationships
You can share your feelings with people you love, it will make the connection stronger! E.g., imagine someone cares about you… How would they react if you told them this?
21. Do something you love
When you do something you love, you bring happiness in your life. Whatever it is, keep doing it. E.g., go on holiday with your loved ones to a place that makes you feel happy and peaceful!
22. Stop comparing yourself to others
Others are good at their things and different from you. This doesn’t make them better or worse than you!
Just focus on your strengths and abilities. E.g., You are good at X and they are good at Y. There is no need to compare as you both do not need the same skills for this task…
23. Let go of negative people
Surround yourself with those who make you feel good about yourself! I know it’s hard, but it will allow you to be happier. E.g., your friend is always putting you down with negative comments, but why not find another friend who will appreciate you?
24. Thank for what’s good in your life now
Even if it seems small or distant or unimportant, there are things to be grateful here and now. E.g., I am thankful for my mom and dad and I’m grateful for this moment in my life.
By practicing appreciation you will switch your focus from a negative self-talk to a more grateful and positive one. Then, you will feel safe, content and resourceful. Find out more about how to practice gratitude here.
25. Remember you are always learning and everything will be ok
Whether we like it or not, we are always growing and changing so focus on the positive side of things! E.g., you might not know what the future holds (X), but at least be positive (Y) that everything will be ok.
What to take with you today,
There are 25 ways to reframe your negative self-talk and focus on the positive side.
By following these tips, you can master your mind and feelings and move forward in life.
It’s never too late to practice these 25 ways!
The more you do it, the easier it gets and your mindset will allow for this change.
Don’t give up on yourself… You are worth so much more than that!
Remember, it’s important to be kinder to yourself and practice self-care. You deserve happiness!
I hope you enjoyed reading this post and found my 25 ways shared above inspiring and useful.
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Stay Blessed and Amazing, as You Are!
Yours Sincerely,
Emilia x
Award-Winning Author, Intuitive Mindset Coach and Creator of Take Action Now Program
I really like your posts and how you explain in detail all the steps and tips. So easy to follow and apply them. I’m folowing for more! x
Thanks Tony for your lovely feedback and kindness.I am happy for your great results and that you are now following my posts.
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