Is there a science to the conversations that we have with ourselves? What strategies can we use to maximize our performance through the way we talk.
I recently read the book Chatter by Ethan Kross to better understand how to navigate the conversations that we have with ourselves. This episode highlights the areas in the book that I think are most relevant to athletes and high performers.
Timestamps
- 0:00 Intro
- 1:57 What is Chatter?
- 3:30 Why do we introspect?
- 9:05 Downside of Chatter
- 12:00 Benefits of Self Talk
- 13:45 Rick Ankiel
- 17:55 How to Break Negative Feedback Loops
- 19:00 Tools for Psychological Distance
- 29:45 In the Moment Strategies
- 39:10 Other Strategies
- 52:12 Helping Others with Chatter
- 58:45 Conclusion