{"id":43162,"date":"2023-09-11T17:15:44","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T21:15:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/?p=43162"},"modified":"2023-09-11T17:17:31","modified_gmt":"2023-09-11T21:17:31","slug":"negative-self-talk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/","title":{"rendered":"Rewriting Inner Narratives: Challenging Negative Self-Talk Through Narrative Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#What_is_Negative_Self-Talk\" title=\"What is Negative Self-Talk?\">What is Negative Self-Talk?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Examples_of_Negative_Self-Talk\" title=\"Examples of Negative Self-Talk\">Examples of Negative Self-Talk<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Personalization\" title=\"Personalization\">Personalization<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Catastrophizing\" title=\"Catastrophizing\">Catastrophizing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Filtering\" title=\"Filtering\">Filtering<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Disqualifying_the_Positive\" title=\"Disqualifying the Positive\">Disqualifying the Positive<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Why_is_It_Important_to_Address_Negative_Self-Talk\" title=\"Why is It Important to Address Negative Self-Talk?\">Why is It Important to Address Negative Self-Talk?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Understanding_Narrative_Therapy\" title=\"Understanding Narrative Therapy\">Understanding Narrative Therapy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Challenging_Negative_Self-Talk_Through_Narrative_Therapy\" title=\"Challenging Negative Self-Talk Through Narrative Therapy\">Challenging Negative Self-Talk Through Narrative Therapy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/negative-self-talk\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Self-talk is the mental chatter that helps you solve your problems, make big decisions, and make sense of the world around you. When it\u2019s positive, this inner voice can help motivate you to reach your goals or face challenges in life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, self-talk can also be negative, convincing you that you are not good enough. This article will help you understand how you can challenge negative self-talk through an approach called narrative <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/therapy\/\"  title=\"therapy\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">therapy<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1.png\" alt=\"Rewriting Inner Narratives: Challenging Negative Self-Talk Through Narrative Therapy\" class=\"wp-image-43165 lazyload\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:600px\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1.png\" alt=\"Rewriting Inner Narratives: Challenging Negative Self-Talk Through Narrative Therapy\" class=\"wp-image-43165 lazyload\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:600px\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1-300x450.png 300w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1-750x1125.png 750w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1-150x225.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rewriting-Inner-Narratives-Challenging-Negative-Self-Talk-Through-Narrative-Therapy-1-480x720.png 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rewriting Inner Narratives: Challenging Negative Self-Talk Through Narrative Therapy<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Negative_Self-Talk\"><\/span>What is Negative Self-Talk?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Negative self-talk is a pessimistic and self-deprecating way of talking to yourself. This is when your inner voice focuses on the bad things in your life. It can lower your self-esteem, limit your confidence, and increase your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/pay-attention-to-chronic-stress\/\">stress<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examples_of_Negative_Self-Talk\"><\/span>Examples of Negative Self-Talk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Negative self-talk can take on several forms. It can be the result of thinking errors, also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/distorted-thinking-and-cognitive-distortions\/\">cognitive distortions<\/a>. These unrealistic and irrational thoughts lead you to view things negatively than they actually are. Cognitive distortions can convince you to believe that your negative thoughts are true even if they\u2019re not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some examples of cognitive distortions that may be causing your negative self-talk:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Personalization\"><\/span>Personalization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealthcenterkids.com\/blogs\/articles\/personalization-cognitive-distortion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Personalization<\/a> is a cognitive distortion where you take things personally, even if they\u2019re not related to you. This pattern of thinking may lead you to believe that you are the cause of negative events or circumstances, even if you don\u2019t have evidence to support your belief. You might often blame yourself for negative situations that are not in your control.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a mother might blame herself for her daughter\u2019s sickness. She\u2019s convinced that she hasn\u2019t taken care of her daughter properly, making her conclude that she\u2019s a bad mother \u2014 even if there is no evidence to support it. Notice that this involves negative self-talk, along with feelings of guilt and shame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Catastrophizing\"><\/span>Catastrophizing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealthcenterkids.com\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-stop-catastrophizing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Catastrophizing<\/a> is a thinking error when you automatically assume the worst-case scenario when an unpleasant event happens. Additionally, it is also worrying about a disastrous outcome because of a choice you make. Thinking this way can lead to higher stress levels, anxiety, and depression.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, an office worker makes a minor mistake at work. They might think, \u201cI made a big mistake. I will surely get fired, then I will become the laughing stock among my peers.\u201d By exaggerating the consequences of a small setback, this kind of negative-self talk can unnecessarily cause suffering.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Filtering\"><\/span>Filtering<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealthcenterkids.com\/blogs\/articles\/mental-filter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mental filtering<\/a> is a faulty thought pattern wherein you filter out the positive aspects of a situation and focus on the negative ones. By dwelling on negative things, you draw out your inner critic and produce self-defeating thoughts such as, \u201cI am not good enough\u201d or \u201cI can\u2019t do anything right.\u201d People with mental filters will tend to notice all the wrong things, which can lead to increased stress, anxiety, and depression.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, an honor student who usually gets an A gets a C on the test. With mental filtering, they tend to ignore all the good grades they received in the past and think that they are a bad student. This kind of belief leads them to focus on one negative event and ignore their previous accomplishments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disqualifying_the_Positive\"><\/span>Disqualifying the Positive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar to mental filtering, <a href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealthcenterkids.com\/blogs\/articles\/disqualifying-the-positive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">disqualifying the positive<\/a> is a thinking pattern wherein you disregard positive things in life. A person who disqualifies the positive can transform neutral and positive situations into negative ones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a musician just finished a performance on stage. After being praised by his peers, he responds by saying, \u201cAnyone can do that!\u201d or \u201cOh no, I made mistakes while performing.\u201d He thinks that his peers are just being nice and trying to make him feel better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ta-image wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a class=\"thirstylinkimg\" rel=\"nofollow rel=&quot;sponsored&quot;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"BetterHelp Ad\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/recommends\/betterhelp-ad\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BetterHelp-1-400x209.jpg\" alt=\"BetterHelp ad\" class=\"wp-image-35447 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"209\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BetterHelp-1-400x209.jpg\" alt=\"BetterHelp ad\" class=\"wp-image-35447 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BetterHelp-1-400x209.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BetterHelp-1-200x105.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BetterHelp-1-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/BetterHelp-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption>Click the image for 10% off your membership to BetterHelp!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_It_Important_to_Address_Negative_Self-Talk\"><\/span>Why is It Important to Address Negative Self-Talk?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When these negative ideas become a constant part of your life, they can lower your self-esteem and cause unnecessary <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/natural-remedies-for-anxiety\/\">anxiety<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/hidden-causes-of-depression\/\">depression<\/a>, and stress. These self-defeating thoughts can affect your confidence in your abilities, decrease your motivation, and prevent you from enjoying positive experiences in life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, negative self-talk can cause perfectionism, wherein you believe that things are great only when they\u2019re perfect. This can lead to fear of failure which can stop you from striving to achieve positive things in your life. Other than that, it can cause feelings of unworthiness when you believe that \u2018perfect\u2019 is the only acceptable thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Narrative_Therapy\"><\/span>Understanding Narrative Therapy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A narrative is a story or an account of events and experiences. How you interpret your life can affect your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Some narratives can be helpful, but when you misinterpret or misunderstand your narrative, it can lead to mental distress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Narrative therapy was developed in the 1980s by <a href=\"https:\/\/books.google.com.ph\/books\/about\/Narrative_Means_To_Therapeutic_Ends.html?id=bhyFFL4uHZQC&amp;redir_esc=y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">therapists Michael White and David Epston<\/a>. It is a type of therapy that aims to separate a person from their problem through a non-blaming, empowering, collaborative, and non-pathologizing approach.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In narrative therapy, you view events in your life as stories. By separating your problems from your identity, it helps you see that you\u2019re the ultimate expert in your life. Because you have authority in your life, you can use your skills to minimize your problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are various techniques used in Narrative Therapy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Putting together the narrative: <\/strong>This involves telling your story and bringing up difficulties you are facing. This allows you to understand how you interpret your narrative. As you listen in on your story, you become an observer that can work with the therapist to recognize dominant and problematic themes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Externalizing the problem: <\/strong>Externalization is the process of separating yourself from your problems. This can help you view your difficulties from an objective and non-judgemental perspective. This way, you can realize that you are capable of change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deconstruction:<\/strong> By deconstructing your narrative into smaller parts, you can clarify the problem and make the process less overwhelming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unique outcomes: <\/strong>Narrative therapy can help you realize that you can change the narrative of your life. With the help of a therapist, you may be able to see alternative solutions and narratives that you might not have thought of.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenging_Negative_Self-Talk_Through_Narrative_Therapy\"><\/span>Challenging Negative Self-Talk Through Narrative Therapy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Negative self-talk is a self-deprecating way of talking to yourself. It leads you to identify yourself with your problems and causes you to produce self-defeating thoughts such as, \u201cI am useless\u201d or \u201cI can\u2019t do anything right.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Narrative therapy is useful for anyone who is struggling with their negative thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It can help you challenge problematic stories that prevent you from living your best life. By externalizing the problem, you gain a more accurate perspective of the situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of therapy can help you challenge your inaccurate and unhealthy ways of thinking and open your mind to alternative stories that are more realistic and positive. Additionally, it can help you stop the practice of seeing yourself as the problem.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Negative self-talk can aggravate <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/mental-health\/\" title=\"mental health\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">mental health<\/a> conditions such as depression. According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25753316\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2015 study in the Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing<\/a>, narrative therapy can help depressed people focus on positive experiences and develop a more affirmative story about their life. This can be helpful because focusing on positive emotions is important in depression treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the International Journal of Applied Behavioral Sciences published <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/334697968_The_Effect_of_Avoiding_Cognitive_Errors_through_Narrative_Therapy_The_Effect_of_Avoiding_Cognitive_Errors_through_Narrative_Therapy_on_Depression_and_Dysfunctional_Attitude_in_Primary_School_Girls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">research<\/a> that suggested avoiding cognitive errors with the help of narrative therapy can help reduce depression in children. Through storytelling, children can learn how to see events from alternative and more positive angles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Negative self-talk can occur when you view problems and difficult situations more negatively than they are. It can lead you to construct unrealistic and inaccurate stories about yourself and your life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can start challenging negative self-talk through narrative therapy. With the help of a therapist, you can separate your problems from your identity. This allows you to see alternative stories and empower you to make positive changes in your life.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-uagb-section uagb-section__wrap uagb-section__background-color uagb-block-540ad93d\"><div class=\"uagb-section__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"uagb-section__inner-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-call-to-action uagb-block-73105e3b wp-block-button\"><div class=\"uagb-cta__wrap\"><h5 class=\"uagb-cta__title\">Private Practice  with No Overhead and No Shortage of Clients.<br><\/h5><p class=\"uagb-cta__desc\">Join\u00a0the more than 34,000 full and part-time therapists who are earning more with BetterHelp! Supplement your income, or build your own practice from scratch. 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