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KIN 306 Self-Talk
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Psychology
Undergraduate 3
10/17/2017

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Self-Talk
Definition
The internal dialogue you carry on with yourself, which includes your reactions, feelings or instructions to your interactions. Is the main source of short-term confidence.
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Self-Talk Process
Definition
1. Event occurs. Example: Quarterback misses open receiver.

2. Immediate Self-Talk/ Thought Response. Example: "How could I miss that throw, I have to complete it every time" vs. 'That play is over with, now it's my turn to respond."

3. Resulting Behavior. Example: Looks up in disbelief, becomes frustrated and loses focus vs. scoring, leading team to victory.
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Dr. Martin Seligman
Definition
Author of "Learned Optimism". Taught that positive statements you make to yourself have little if any effect, but using the power of "non-negative" thinking when you fail, eliminating destructive thoughts when we're faced with setbacks. Came up with the Ladder of Achievement.
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Four types of self-talk
Definition
Positive- "You can do this."

Negative- Lack of confidence, don't, somatic fatigue, hope or wish.

Neutral- Irrelevant thoughts. "What will I do later tonight?"

Instructional: Technique, (Keep elbow high, knees bent.) and emotional control, "Just relax and take a deep breath."
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Rational (Logic) vs Emotional Brain
Definition
Rational brain = Prefrontal cortex, rational thought and judgment.

Emotional brain = amygdala. Basic survival instincts, fight of flight.

When stressed, the brain gets overloaded and is more likely lead to emotional decision making. Will challenge your consistency.
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Training Techniques
Definition
Building awareness:

understanding the idea:

Thought-stoppage: Awareness of negative thoughts, using a verbal stopping cue, positive thought replacement and the resulting behavior.

countering: Argue against the negative voice in your mind.

affirmative statements: Statements with positive attitudes said to yourself.

focus cues: Instructions and routines for process oriented actions. Saying it to yourself forces your brain to focus on the present.

refocus techniques:3-5 second process to get yourself back on track like deep breaths, focal points and self-talk.

cognitive reframing: Creating alternate perspectives of looking at the world.
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