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What to say when you talk to yourself!

Jenn_06-03-14
Member
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This is the book that I am currently reading!  "What To Say When You Talk To Yourself."  I am reading a chapter in the book and I wanted to share it with all fo you.  It is about Smoking!  The section is called Postive Self-Talk To Stop Smoking.  I know it is a little long, but I think it might help some of you with your quit smoking journey!  This book is about positive self talk and how you should talk to yourself!  

" * I do not smoke.  My lungs are strong and healthy.  I am able to breathe deeply and fully.

*Taking care of myself physically is important to me.  I like keeping myself fit and feeling good.

*I am a non-smoker---and I am proud of myself.

*I have more energy and stamina than ever before.  I enjoy life and I'm glad to be here.

*When I see a cigarette, or even think of one, I automatically hear the words, "I do not smoke" --- and I don't.

*I have no habits which control or influence me in any harmful way.  I am in control of myself and everything I do.  I always do what is best for me, myself, and my future.

*I really enjoy breathing clean, fresh air, being healthy, and being in complete control of my body and my mind.

*I am able to achieve any goal which I set for myself.  I see, in my mind, a clear picture of myself having alreayd accomplished my goal.  I creat it, I see it often, and I achieve it.

*All my senses are clear and alive.  My sight , my sense of smell, my hearing, my tasting, and even my touch are more alive than ever before.

*I do not see smoking as being strong, intelligent, or glamorous in any way.  I see it for what it really is, and it has no place in my life.

*I give myself permission to relax, feel good, breathe deeply and fully, and enjoy being a healthy non-smoker at all times and in all circumstances.

*People enjoy being around me.  I have self-confidence and self-respect.  I like myself, and it shows!

*Being a non-smoker is easy for me.  After all, I was born that way---and it is the natural thing for me to do. "

17 Comments
Sooz3
Member

I love this, especially the last one, thanks for sharing 🙂

MarilynH
Member

EXcellent blog post for a EXceptional friend and Fellow EXer.

Jennifer-Quit
Member

Hey Jenn - very good!  Thanks for sharing!

elvan
Member

This is wonderful, thank you for sharing it, I have to admit that much of my self talk is something like..."now, what did I come in here for?"  Or else standing in the store and asking myself if I need something...my self talk is often out loud.

I am incredibly proud of myself for how much I have grown and I do not, even for a second, regret quitting.  Quitting was right for me, I really think it is right for everyone!

I have worked hard to get to know myself and it has been worth every minute of that journey!

Mrs.Brock
Member

Thanks! I am having a really rough day. This helps. Peace and Namaste-Mrs. Brock

joyeuxencore
Member

Thanks Jenn! Just what I needed today...to slow down and RE-mind myself.

Strudel
Member

Jenn - Love it! Thanks for sharing! 

dpop
Member
Thanks for sharing!
Dotgirl_1-28-16
Awesome self talk! Thanks for sharing.
Eric_L.
Member

Thanks!  Sometimes I forget that I'm allowed to feel proud.  I usually feel unworthy of the life that I have and that causes anxiety.

Jeff121
Member

Thanks, Verry nice I like it.

JACKIE1-25-15
Member

Thank you for sharing good info. 

TerrieQuit
Member

Positive self talk has/does always help me! Thanks for the reminder, Jenn! Great post!

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Thomas3.20.2010

Hi, Jenn!

May I share your blog on my Positive Affirmations Group?

https://excommunity.becomeanex.org/groups/positive-affirmations-and-support

Jenn_06-03-14
Member

You betcha Thomas!  Share away!!!  🙂  I think I will join the group!  I love positive affirmations!  

marcy1980
Member

Thank you for sharing this:)

Jenn_06-03-14
Member

I am so happy to hear that everyone liked the post!  Hopefully it has helped all of you!  🙂  I love positive self talk!  It really does work!