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What to Say When You Talk to Yourself Hardcover – January 1, 1986

by Shad Helmstetter (Author)
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You don't have to be crazy to talk to yourself! We all talk to ourselves all of the time, usually without realising it. And most of what we tell ourselves is negative, counterproductive and damaging, preventing us from enjoying a fulfilled and successful life. Shad Helmsetter's simple but profound techniques, based on an understanding of the processes of the human brain, have enabled thousands of people to get back in control of their lives. By learning how to talk to yourself in new ways, you will notice a dramatic improvement in all areas of your life. You will feel better and accomplish more. It will help you achieve more at work and at home, lose weight, overcome fears, stop smoking and become more confident. And it works. Shad Helmsetter, Ph.D, is a bestselling author of many personal growth books, and the leading authority in the field of Self-Talk.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ MJF Books (January 1, 1986)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 228 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1567310028
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1567310023
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1 x 8.75 inches
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Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D., (www.shadhelmstetter.com) is the best-selling author of "What To Say When You Talk to Your Self," and 20 other life-changing books. His latest, "Negative Self-Talk and How to Change It” is now available on Amazon and in all eBook formats. His books are published in many languages in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Dr. Helmstetter is one of the most respected behavioral researchers of our time and has appeared on more than 1200 radio and television programs, including repeat appearances on Oprah Winfrey, ABC, NBC, CBS, and CNN News.

He speaks to as many as 250,000 people a year in personal speaking engagements throughout the U.S. and internationally.

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Minnieme
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for renewing your mind
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2024
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I purchased for a book club that I'm in and this book has been quite informative in helping me switch what I say. 😀 😄 😉 😊
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Another World Terraria
5.0 out of 5 stars The One Book You MUST Read
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2012
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This book has the tools that can give you the power to create LASTING positive changes in your life. It's been said a hundred times in other reviews...these techniques simply work because it's a natural part of our mind, and we just needed to know how it works and how to direct it. Other motivational tools can be helpful and very good, but they generally create temporary changes until your old ways return. This book, in combination with other motivational tools and techniques (or just this book on its own) can allow you to create astounding, quick results which can change your life forever. This is NOT simply positive thinking, this is a SPECIFIC way of thinking and talking with sentences and ideas that are carefully formulated to reprogram your mind in the way that it naturally accepts messages.

I feel compelled to save someone from believing what the Negative Reviewers of this product have said. To anyone reading the negative reviews, let me point out my thoughts and beliefs about those negative reviewers' ideas:

My theories as to why the negative reviewers said what they did are the following (and please note that I am NOT criticizing these people personally, I am simply stating my OPINIONS as to why they formulated the feedback that they gave, so that someone considering buying the book can benefit from it)

They most likely went into the book with negative ideas, which immediately closes their minds off from considering, paying attention to, or trying the tools and ideas presented, and/or which predisposes them to look for anything that could possibly be negative or faulty about those ideas or tools (in their mind)

They didn't read the book carefully or truly grasp the concept of what was presented, for one reason or another

They didn't carefully follow the directions exactly as instructed, thereby nullifying any positive effects of the tools

Some people also pointed out that the author is very repetitive throughout the book. I believe it was repetitive for a reason. The whole point of the book is to drill into your mind and make you think, over and over, about why this really works. The idea, and the instructions, are that you must repeat things in a specific way, and so I believe the repetitive nature of the writing is there to consciously or subconsciously begin programming your mind to get you in the right direction.

Finally, while the author presents some very good examples of self-talk, he notes that it will be helpful for you to sit down and write your own self-talk that deals with your own personal needs, in a way that specifically covers all angles and elements of those issues. I truly believe that if you utilize the concepts exactly as presented, and you do it thoroughly and consistently, it will work wonders and change your life.
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Mervk
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent education!
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2024
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It helps us notice how often we speak negatively to ourselves. And teaches us better, natural ways to think and own thoughts.
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Becky
4.0 out of 5 stars Easy read
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2024
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Usually when I read a book like this it's too science based. Not this one. It's well written with tangible tools to use so that we are more positive about life. I enjoyed this book and would recommend for anyone who's desire is growth.
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Beck
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024
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Really good advice
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5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenon book , the key to your happiest self!
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2024
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I have been seeking this message my entire life, which is over 60 years. We have heard we are our worst enemy. Why? What can we do about it? This is what we can do about it. Reprogram our self-talk, that is the solution. You don't need anything else. Take my challenge. FYI: I was finishing another book as I began this one. It was Atomic Habits by James Clear. Pair these two books. You'll thank me later. I guarantee it!
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zisko
5.0 out of 5 stars a must every year
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
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This was an amazing read. I have read many self help books. All were good, but I really enjoyed this adventure.
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Just the Truth
3.0 out of 5 stars Some Good Starting Points, But.....
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2013
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Yes, this book is a little verbose. That's okay. The nuggets of truth are easy to find. Still, I caution readers to think about the usual definition of "negative self-talk", while reading. An example of negative-self-talk given in this book is (after dropping a plate of food): "I'm so clumsy." Like all self-help-ish books, this one asserts that the thought is negative. I don't think so. Far from being negative, such phrases are attempts at avoiding self-condemnation, where it is probably due. An accurate self-talk / self-help thought would have been something such as, "I was walking too quickly with that plate of food. Next time, I will walk more slowly so I have less chance of dropping it." Things such as, "I'm so clumsy" help us avoid true self-reflection and choice. Based on experience, I suspect most things labeled as "negative talk", are actually 'avoidance-talk'. In short, the book has some great information and ideas, but my experience is that honest self-talk is more important than anything else. Change comes from admitting both possibilities and actual fault which can and should be changed. (Fault is not negative, it's positive, when it's accurate.)
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Leopoldo Velez Brun
5.0 out of 5 stars Uno de los mejores libro es que he leído
Reviewed in Mexico on August 19, 2023
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Si eres alguien que realmente estás comprometido con desarrollar la consciencia interna y aprender a manejar los mecanismos de la mente y la percepción, este libro es un extraordinario recurso. Claro, bien narrado, interesante y muy preciso en la información y cómo usarla de forma práctica. Le doy 10/10
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Charlie
5.0 out of 5 stars great book
Reviewed in Spain on April 7, 2024
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I would recommend this book everyone. I enjoy reading it tremendously. It’s like a wake up call for me. Wow!
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Jonty
5.0 out of 5 stars This book tells about how we talk to ourselves with correct phrases.
Reviewed in India on February 7, 2024
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Must read book, easy to read... Try to complete reading pages as much as you can for a day.
Over all an amazing book on simple living with great positive thoughts.
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Michael Paasche
5.0 out of 5 stars Gutes Buch
Reviewed in Germany on September 4, 2023
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Es ist ein Lichtblick. In einigen Situationen hat es mir tatsächlich geholfen, meine Einstellung zu verbessern. Beim Sport kann ich mich zu mehr Leistung motivieren. Bei der Arbeit hilft es mir, bei den schwierigsten Fällen am Ball zu bleiben. Ich höre mehr auf meine inneren Monologe und feier sie oder passe sie an. Manchmal ist es ein Kampf. Ein Kampf der sich lohnt zu gewinnen. Ich höre die inneren Monologe anderer Menschen, die sich durch ihre Aussagen äußern. Ich Vergleich sie mit meinen Monologe. In der Familie arbeite ich dann all den negativen Monologen mit meinen positiven Monologe entgegen. Es ist sehr spannend zu sehen, wie die inneren Monologe mich selbst steuern können.
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loraine sullivan
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 22, 2023
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Very good read. Informative and different.
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