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Negative self-talk can easily derail your weight loss journey, as well as your health and wellbeing. It’s become increasingly common to suffer from negative thoughts, particularly when attempting to make life changes such as losing weight and improving overall health. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to help yourself overcome the negative self-talk and get back on track.
Identify Common Negative Thoughts
The first step in dealing with negative self-talk is to recognize and identify the common negative thoughts you have. Think through what negative mantras are recurrent in your head, such as “I’m not good enough” or “I can’t do it.” Take note of any feelings of self-doubt or anxiety that this negative self-talk may be causing. Becoming aware of these thoughts and feelings is an important step in understanding what is behind them and how to let go of their hold.
Replace Negative Thoughts with Positive Reframing
Once you can recognize and identify these negative thoughts, try to replace them with more positive reframing. Instead of telling yourself, “I can’t do it,” replace this thought with something more uplifting like “I can do it with some effort.” Make sure to continuously remind yourself why you’re attempting to make changes to your weight loss journey and health.
Shift Your Focus
When negative self-talk arises, focus on something positive instead. By shifting your focus onto something you’re grateful for, like your family, friends or even a walk outdoors, you can shift away from any negative self-talk. Doing this regularly can eventually lead to rewiring your brain to focus more on the positive than the negative.
Seek Professional Advice
If you find yourself having difficulty overcoming negative self-talk, consider speaking to a mental health professional or an experienced weight loss professional for additional guidance. Meeting with someone who is trained to help you navigate these difficult conversations can help you understand why you are struggling and develop strategies for a healthier mind and body.
Negative self-talk and its associated anxiety can be a daunting roadblock, making it difficult to make the necessary changes to reach your desired weight loss and health goals. By following these tips and seeking professional advice, you can work on replacing any negative thoughts and reframe them into more positive self-talk. Taking the time to focus on more positive thoughts and actions will help you overcome any negative self-talk and move forward to achieve your desired results.
