It all begins with the five levels of self-talk that the author presents:
- Negative acceptance – This level is where many of us are trapped in. Some signs that may show you’re stuck here consist of negative talk like “I can’t do this”, “I will never get there”, and other negations.
- Recognition and need to change – Here people often use expressions such as “I need to change”, “I should do so”, “I will do something about it”, etc.
- Decision to change – This is a powerful level to find yourself into. Here you are committed to change and want to improve yourself for good.
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