Tackling negative self-talk #3

Imposter syndrome often shows up through persistent negative self-talk. In preparation for our 5-day challenge, here’s our third tip that will help you reframe your negative self-talk. Once you’ve recognised your negative self-talk and understood its impact, what can you do about it?

The Reframing Technique

Step 1: Identify the Thought: Acknowledge the negative thought as it occurs. For example,

"I'm not qualified to lead this project."

Step 2: Challenge the Thought: Question its validity and look for evidence. For example,

"I've successfully led similar projects before and received positive feedback."

Step 3: Reframe the Thought: Replace it with a more positive, realistic perspective. For example,

"I have the skills and experience to lead this project successfully."