19/11/2025
When stress hits, your inner voice can turn against you.
A simple shift can calm your mind: use your name instead of “I.”
“Silvia, breathe.”
“Silvia, you’ve got this.”
This is called distanced self-talk - a neuroscience-backed way to reduce anxiety, think clearer, and make better decisions.
Try it before a big moment or after a setback:
“[Your name], you can handle this.”
What would your inner voice say to you?