Negative language is everywhere — in social media, reality television, and everyday life. People use negative words to agitate, complain, put down, and express anger and frustration. But in my years of experience with patients, I’ve found that those who use the most negative and absolute language tend to be more irritable and at greater risk for depression. So if you want to start feeling better, stop the badmouthing and say something good. It’s actually simple — but it takes practice.
Language doesn’t just reflect our emotions, it affects them too. Speaking in absolutes, complaining, trash-talking, arguing and raising our voices can have an incredible impact on how we feel, who we are, who we spend time with, and how we move forward in the world. But by consciously shifting from negative to positive language, you can talk your way to a happier and healthier self.
Read more about this interesting article HERE, via Mind Body Green
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