How often have you trash talked yourself without even realizing it? Too often, we can be our own harshest critics...unwittingly setting ourselves up for failure.  "I can't lose weight". "I'll never make that putt".  "I'm such an idiot for losing my keys".  "I look so fat in these jeans".  "I'm not good enough to get that promotion".  Sound familiar???

You've probably heard the old saying: "Negativity begets negativity".  Focusing on "can't", "won't" and "not" sets the stage for failure.  Trash talking yourself is no different from the effect it is intended to have at a sporting event.  A more effective and productive approach is to focus on the positive.  By shifting your mindset, you shift your energy. Focusing on the positive, you will feel more confident, upbeat and relaxed in your approach...setting the stage for success.  Positivity instills belief in yourself and your outcome. "I will lose that last 5 pounds". "I can make that putt". "I am good enough to get that promotion".