35+ Community Check in August 9th 2021
Today's challenge: Self Talk
It is not uncommon to get discouraged when attempting to keep resolutions and goals. This challenge isn’t about fixing or changing everything, it’s about stepping back to notice what is blocking us from the change we deeply desire. All of the unhealthy habits we have are buried under layers of reasoning, and self talk plays a big role. Notice it. It will try to sabotage you if you don’t direct it to help you change.
Address the weakness by being prepared to make the modification. This is especially important when we are approaching a time of day or a place that will make the unhealthy habit rear its head. One of the most effective ways to let go of an unhealthy habit is to make it inaccessible. Clear the cupboards of unhealthy foods. Get rid of temptations. Exercise before you get home so that the couch isn’t so hard to get off of. Get bath salts that you love. Cry when you are sad.
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My last therapist told me two things. . .
First: don't asking yourself what if. . . it makes me overthink. Focus on what is.
Second: Counterthoughts are important. I talk myself down alot. Instead of saying I can't do something. I need to focus on how I feel, and change the angle to focus on what I can do.