Taming Your Inner Critic: Strategies for Self-Awareness
Episode Overview
Rumination's impact on mental health and well-being Differentiating healthy introspection from rumination Practical coping skills for combatting negative self-talk Understanding modern-day stressors' contribution to rumination Promoting self-awareness and healthier self-reflection practices
Rumination is different from healthy introspection. It's cycling your thoughts, mostly negative, over and over. Whereas introspection is constructively exploring something consciously and mindfully, best done in a quiet place by yourself.
Ever find yourself stuck in a loop of negative thoughts? In this episode of The Sober Therapist SoberSoul Recovery Podcast, Lynn Matti tackles the tricky beast of rumination. Drawing from her book '5 Weeks to Self Confidence, A Guide to Confronting Your Inner Critic & Controlling Your Relationship with Your Thoughts', Lynn breaks down how these subconscious negative thoughts can sneak up on us and derail our mental wellness.
But don’t worry, she’s got your back with some practical tools to help you out. She shares techniques like healthy introspection and self-distancing to help you gain control over your thought patterns and build better self-awareness. Whether you're dealing with stress, addiction, or just the daily grind, this episode offers actionable advice to quiet that 'Negative Nelly' in your head and foster a more positive mindset.
Tune in for a mix of professional insights and relatable wisdom that can help you take charge of your mental health journey.