Most of us have a voice in our heads. On some days, it builds our confidence. On others, it tears us down. Our inner voice is an invisible force that has a big effect on our work and our lives. I’ve often been curious about this voice. What shapes it? What makes it louder? If…
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What kind of self-talk can best help us achieve our goals? When we run into challenges, the voice inside our heads can be harsh and critical. Kristin Neff, Associate Professor in Human Development at the University of Texas, Austin, explains that this kind of self-talk does us more harm than good. What works instead, she…
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Maybe performing under pressure is easier than we think. In those moments before an interview, an exam, or a presentation, we often feel our worst. Yet Daniel McGinn, author of the book, Psyched Up: How the Science of Mental Preparation Can Help You Succeed believes we can decrease and even repurpose those anxious feelings to…
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