Hug 196 "Chatter" by Ethan Kross: Book Club #4 Final Week!

Chatter: Understanding & Managing Your Inner Voice Welcome back! Today, we'll discuss Chatter by Ethan Kross, a book that dives deep into the nature of self-talk, how it can spiral into negativity, and practical strategies for quieting that inner critic. We'll explore how the book's concepts apply to our own experiences with anxiety, depression, and mental well-being. Key Takeaways from Chatter 📖 What is Chatter? Chatter refers to cyclical, negative self-talk that fuels anxiety, self-doubt, and stress. Our inner voice can be helpful for problem-solving and motivation, but when it turns into chatter, it can be destructive. 🧠 Understanding Self-Talk & Chatter Our brains process thoughts at a staggering 4,000 words per minute! Studies show that what we think about impacts our happiness more than our actual experiences The book provides 12 evidence-based strategies to reduce chatter. For more, see show notes at https://www.tamiwest.com/post/chatter-book-club-4 Thanks for joining! **Not intended to be therapy or replace therapy - If you need further help, please reach out to one of the resources: General Resources National Alliance of Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org Mental Health America: https://mhanational.org Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/ Celebrate Recovery: https://www.celebraterecovery.com/ About AA: https://www.aa.org/ Tami West, PhD Stress and Mental Health Expert Dr. Tami West uses her entertaining and compelling style to shine a new light on how to transform your life and discover solutions to life’s challenges. Connect with me: https://www.tamiwest.com/ facebook.com/tamiwestseminars   [e-mail]