WITH TIPS FROM ‘CHATTER’ Take Your Internal Pep Talks Up a Notch
You probably know about the benefits of positive self-talk, but have you mastered it? If not — or if you’ve never heard that phrase — “Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It” by Ethan Kross may be the most important book you read in 2022. Positive self-talk is something most of us engage in daily. It’s the “you can do this” nudge you give yourself to combat dark thoughts like
“Chatter” is an exception to the rule, perhaps because it was written by an actual psychologist! Leaning heavily on scientific research and engaging case studies, Kross offers concrete tips for reducing negative thoughts (what he calls “chatter”) and giving your self-confidence a boost. One of his biggest tips, which drives a big chunk of the book, is the importance of creating “mental distance” during your internal pep talks. Mental distance is exactly what it sounds like — stepping back mentally from your worries and problems so you can gain a new perspective. Kross goes over several ways to do this, including trying to “look back” at your current situation from one, five, or 10 years later; comparing this hurdle to tougher ones in your life; and shifting your internal monologue to third person so you can try talking to yourself as if you were your own friend. With these strategies, we can transform our thoughts, rather than avoid them. Of course, those suggestions just scratch the surface of what’s offered in the book. Kross also goes over how to help your friends, colleagues, and employees eliminate chatter, and howmastering your inner voice will help you thrive under pressure. The magazine Inc. named “Chatter” one of the “4 Business Books That Will Accelerate Your Success In 2022” — don’t miss it.
“I don’t know what I’m doing” and “no one will take me seriously” before a big presentation. But few resources give you precise strategies for how to engage in positive self-talk effectively so you can make those negative impulses go away.
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If you like ‘Criminal Minds,’ then try ‘Mindhunter.’ If your favorite part of “Criminal Minds” was the criminal profiling, then you will love Netflix’s original series “Mindhunter.” Based on a book written by retired FBI profiler John E. Douglas, “Mindhunter” takes place in the 1970s as agents investigate the minds of convicted serial killers. The FBI agents then use this knowledge to help catch current criminals. Full of suspense and psychological thrill, “Mindhunter” will leave you wanting more after each episode. If you like ‘Friday Night Lights,’ then try ‘One Tree Hill.’ Do you like sports and drama? Then “One Tree Hill” is for you. This coming-of-age show follows multiple high schoolers as they try to handle family life, school, relationships,
The only bad thing about watching your favorite TV show is that you know it will eventually end, and it can be difficult to find more shows you can binge. Finding a new show involves trial and error — you never know what you’ll like until you give it a try! So, here is a list of three TV shows you can try to fill the void of your beloved TV show. If you like ‘The Big Bang Theory,’ then ‘Try New Girl.’ “New Girl” is similar to “The Big Bang Theory” in that it follows a group of friends as they navigate their everyday lives and relationships. The main character is Jess, who moves in with three single men after a bad breakup. Although the men find her behavior weird, they support her — most of the time. This show will have you laughing each episode, and you will fall in love with each character’s unique personality.
and sports. This show’s plot is full of twists and turns that will have you binge-watching all nine seasons. Because the show gained a huge following during its runtime — and the characters are still relatable even today — the creators and cast are considering a reboot! Finding a new series to watch can be challenging. But with some patience, you will be able to find your new favorite show in no time. Happy hunting!
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