#34 Gentle Nudge: Be Your Own Best Friend

Have you ever called yourself a friggin idiot? Most of us have, but would you ever say that to your best friend? Nope! In today’s tip to make your life a little better, Dr. Harry Cohen and Connie Fontaine explore Chapter 13, 'Be Your Own Best Friend,' from Harry's book, Be the Sun, Not the Salt. Today we’ll delve into how to recognize and STOP the negative self-talk. While it’s true that we’re evolutionarily wired to focus on negativity for survival, it's crucial to disrupt this tendency for a healthier mental state! We’ll get into personal stories and some practical ways to create a positive inner dialogue and look after ourselves with self-care. By replacing self-critical thoughts with supportive self-talk and avoiding negative talk about others, we experience a powerful lesson in kindness and support that leads to personal growth and well-being.Links & ResourcesBe the Sun, Not the Salt - bookTo explore the book, or for more episodes, information, tips and tools to live a more heliotropic life, visit us at bethesunnotthesalt.com and find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.