Countering Negative Self-Talk
Negative self-talk refers to unhelpful ways of thinking that can keep us stuck. Here are some simple techniques to counter them.
Olivia Pennelle (Liv) has a masters in clinical social work from Portland State University. She is a mental health therapist, writer, and human activist. Her writing has appeared in STAT News, Insider, Filter Magazine, Ravishly, The Temper, and Shondaland. She is the founder of Liv’s Recovery Kitchen, Life After 12-Step Recovery, and Tera Collaborations. She lives near Portland, Oregon. Follow her on Instagram @Livwritesrecovery and @teracollaborations
Negative self-talk refers to unhelpful ways of thinking that can keep us stuck. Here are some simple techniques to counter them.
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