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Your brain believes what you tell it
Turn negative chatter into positive brain fuel
Mario Peshev
October 05, 2025
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The Smarter Brain Team
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3 Ideas for Better Habits
Who’s Really in Control of Your Thoughts?
Emotional agility expert, Susan David, on navigating life with resilience and authenticity.
“Who’s in charge - the thinker or the thought?” Are we managing our own lives according to our own values and what is important to us, or are we simply being carried along by the tide?”
The Healing Power of Self-Kindness
Clinical psychologist and compassion pioneer, Christopher K. Germer, on healing through mindfulness and self-kindness.
“Self-compassion isn’t a “thing” that we either have or don’t have. Instead, as a practitioner and as a therapist, I try to remain open to emotional pain and breathe kindness into it, one moment after the next.”
Source: The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions
How to Rewire Your Inner Voice
Psychologist and inner voice expert, Ethan Kross, on harnessing self-talk to build clarity and control.
“The mind is flexible, if we know how to bend it. If you have a fever, you can take something to bring it down. Likewise, our mind has a psychological immune system: We can use our thoughts to change our thoughts - by adding distance.”
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Productivity Tools and Resources
6 Proven Ways to Transform Your Inner Voice
If your inner dialogue leans negative, these six simple strategies will help you change the tone. From reframing setbacks to speaking to yourself with compassion, this guide offers actionable ways to build a healthier, more supportive mindset - start practicing them here.
The Neuroscience of Self-Talk and Emotional Strength
Your inner dialogue shapes more than your mood - it influences empathy, resilience, and relationships. This article unpacks the science of how words we tell ourselves affect emotional intelligence and offers strategies to strengthen your inner voice. Explore how self-talk rewires the brain.
What We're Reading
Mindful Weekly Newsletter - Practical wisdom on mindfulness and presence. Each issue shares science-backed tips to reduce stress, deepen self-awareness, and help you live with clarity and compassion.
Brain Food
Today I Learned: Third-person self-talk reduces stress by promoting self-distancing and lowering emotional reactivity. (Source)
Science: TMS studies show that positive self-talk increases motor cortex excitability, priming muscles for better performance. (Source)
Have a productive rest of your week,
The Smarter Brain Team
Resource Spotlight
Motivation Through the Power of Self-Talk
A few words to yourself can change everything. Turning “I can’t” into “I can” isn’t just cliché - it’s a tool for keeping momentum when things get tough. By reframing setbacks and reminding yourself of your strengths, you build the confidence to keep moving forward.
Unlock Confidence With Inner Voice Training
That little voice in your head doesn’t have to hold you back. With simple shifts - like naming your emotions or flipping negative thoughts - you can turn doubt into fuel. Think of it as learning to steer your own mental soundtrack toward clarity and resilience.
Leading With Clarity Through Self-Talk
The best leaders know their inner game matters. Practicing mindful self-talk helps you stay grounded under pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and keep your focus sharp. When your words to yourself are strong, your presence with others gets stronger too.
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