What to say when you talk to yourself

This episode features a solo presentation by Balanced Warrior Coach Michael Mertens. Michael discusses his opinion towards positive self-talk, and facing up to the reality that it’s not crazy to talk to yourself. In fact it’s insane not to! Everyone listens to and battles with various voices in their head every day. And whether you are parenting or performing, an athlete or an accountant, your daily thoughts are sure to range from positive to negative and empowering or disempowering. So how can you take control of which voice comes through the loudest and most clear? Michael shares his five steps for getting your inner voice focused in a productive way that maximizes your talent and creativity. Listen in an learn…

• What positive self-talk can’t do and, more importantly, what it can 
• The difference between self-honesty and negativity 
• The parenting rule that is a great reminder for how you should treat your own self talk 
• The power of the word NEXT! 
• Why positive self talk takes practice and how to get better at it consistently