How to Affirm Yourself and Stop The Negative Self Talk

Dr. Tracy Marks discusses the importance of self-affirmation and the role of projection in self-esteem. She explains how therapists use neutrality to help clients understand their reactions. Through examples, she illustrates how projection can lead to negative assumptions and the need for external validation. The video emphasizes recognizing projection, replacing negative thoughts with positive ones, and the importance of internal self-affirmation to improve self-esteem and interpersonal relationships.

What is the role of a therapist as described in the video?

• To share personal experiences

• To act as a blank slate for clients

• To provide direct advice and solutions

• To judge the client's actions

How does projection affect our perception of others?

• It helps us understand others better

• It leads us to assume others share our negative thoughts

• It makes us more empathetic

• It encourages positive thinking

What is the first step in addressing projection?

• Identifying that you are projecting

• Ignoring the negative thoughts

• Asking others for validation

• Accepting the negative thoughts as true

How can you identify if you are projecting your thoughts onto others?

• By focusing on positive feedback

• By assuming you know what others think

• By ignoring your own thoughts

• By asking others for their thoughts

Why is it important to affirm yourself internally?

• To rely on others for validation

• To become more dependent on external praise

• To boost self-esteem and attract positive relationships

• To avoid any form of validation

What can be a consequence of being overly needy in relationships?

• Strengthening bonds with others

• Improving communication skills

• Pushing people away

• Gaining more friends

What is a general approach to recognizing negative self-talk?

• Ignoring negative emotions

• Pausing to analyze the emotion's source

• Seeking constant external validation

• Avoiding introspection