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Question: I
find myself constantly engaged in self-talk. At times, I address a hypothetical
listener, and at other times, I converse with myself. During these episodes, I
become unaware of my surroundings. Later, upon reflecting on my behavior, I
experience feelings of anger and frustration, often reprimanding myself for
engaging in such actions. I repeatedly try to convince myself that I should
refrain from talking to myself, labeling it as a form of irrational behavior.
While I manage to calm myself temporarily through these rationalizations, the
cycle of self-dialogue inevitably resumes.
Answer: In
the early morning, position yourself in front of a mirror in which you can
clearly observe your reflection, at least up to your chest. Begin speaking
directly to your reflection, engaging in conversation on any topic, real or
imagined, for approximately fifteen minutes. After this period, proceed with
your regular daily activities. Within a span of fifteen days, you will
experience a reduction in the tendency to engage in self-talk. This approach is
grounded in principles from parapsychology, utilizing self-affirmation
techniques to address cognitive patterns.
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