Your mind can be both your fiercest ally and your toughest opponent. Research uncovers what negative self-talk might really be doing for you, and how to work with it. Have you ever noticed a voice in ...

Many of us use self-talk to inspire and improve ourselves. Yet the typically harsh, punishing approach often backfires (for example, Loser!). Research has repeatedly linked self-criticism to various ...

If you experience guilt and anxiety when you’re relaxing, you’re not alone. Productivity guilt is real, but it’s important to remember that rest isn’t a waste of time. Modern society often rewards ...

Many of us struggle with perfectionism, always aiming to be flawless in the eyes of others and ourselves. But this journey for "perfect" can easily turn into harsh self-criticism if not dealt with.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. How do you say no—or let go—when your inner critic won’t ...

How Negative Self-Talk Wreaks Havoc on Our Lives. Source: PeopleImages / GettyImages We all talk to ourselves. Self-talk is what separates us from other species and leads us to the top of the food ...

It’s been four years since the collective trauma of the pandemic created widespread grief, anxiety and isolation, but the psychological wounds of this period have not fully healed. The American ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

I am a late bloomer. Many say I fulfilled my potential much later in life than expected. It took years for me to find my stride and to learn how to become who I wanted to be. Other WRAL Top Stories ...

Positivity. Optimism. Confidence. These are the hallmarks of successful insurance sales leaders and their teams. But beneath the surface, a hidden challenge often undermines their potential: negative ...

Your negative self-talk tends to flare up when things get tough. Here's why it happens and what you can do about it. How to shut up that insistent negative voice in your head Your brain is just trying ...