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Self-talking, also known as self-dialogue or inner speech, is a natural and common phenomenon that involves thinking out loud or talking to oneself in one’s mind. It is a way of connecting to own self. While many people consider self-talk to be a sign of madness or eccentricity, contemporary studies has shown that it can have numerous mental and physical health benefits. It can be a new gateway, towards a self relying life. **Improves decision making**: Self-talk can help individuals make better decisions by enabling them to think through a situation or problem and weigh up the options. It also provides a way for people to process information and evaluate their own thoughts and feelings. It makes a good level of understanding and one can easily comprehend and act on their thoughts. **Increases motivation**: Talking to oneself can be an effective way to boost motivation and increase confidence. When we encourage and remind ourselves of our capabilities, we are more likely to feel motivated to take on new challenges and achieve our goals. Many actors, sport persons, intellect, do self talk and live in their self company, it is like a source of intrinsic motivation. **Enhances focus and concentration**: Self-talk can help individuals to focus their attention on specific tasks and improve their concentration. This can be particularly useful when dealing with complex or time-sensitive tasks that require high levels of focus. **Reduces stress and anxiety**: Self-talk can be used as a coping mechanism to manage stress and anxiety. By talking through our worries and concerns, we can gain a better understanding of the situation and develop strategies to deal with them. This can help to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety and promote a sense of calm. **Improves self-esteem**: Self-talk can be a powerful tool for building self-esteem and confidence. When we talk to ourselves in a positive and encouraging manner, we can improve our self-image and reduce feelings of self-doubt. This can lead to greater self-awareness and a stronger sense of personal identity. It is often seen that by self talking one can easily dissolve their guilt feeling. **Promotes problem-solving**: Self-talk can be used to work through complex problems and develop effective solutions. By thinking through the steps required to solve a problem, individuals can come up with innovative ideas and find the most efficient solution. Self brainstorming helps in understanding the level of intellect one is possssing, it develops confidence and also increases reliability over our inner voice. **Increases creativity**: Self-talk can help to stimulate the creative process by allowing individuals to explore new ideas and approaches to problems. When we talk to ourselves about a creative project, we can brainstorm new ideas, assess different perspectives, and develop unique solutions. Self-talk can have numerous positive impacts on mental and physical health. Whether used to boost motivation, reduce stress and anxiety, or improve decision-making, self-talk can be a valuable tool for individuals looking to improve their well-being. So, next time you find yourself talking to yourself, remember that it’s a natural and beneficial behavior.

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